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1Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitches2Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problems3Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteLibreOffice’s default installation has no built-in AI features, and The Document Foundation says that is a deliberate policy—not a permanent ban on AI. Users can add third-party AI extensions, but those tools are not part of the default suite and may connect either to a local model or to a cloud service.
What does “no AI” mean in LibreOffice?
The Document Foundation’s September 3, 2026 statement applies to LibreOffice’s default installation: it says there will be no AI of any kind built in until an integration meets the project’s requirements. That is the meaning behind the phrase “no AI is now a feature.” It does not mean LibreOffice prevents users from adding AI tools.
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The policy is conditional, rather than a permanent rejection. The Foundation says it will consider AI if an approach fits the project’s principles and can be deployed and supported responsibly. Its statement says no current integration satisfies all the requirements for inclusion by default and support throughout a release’s lifecycle. The Document Foundation’s policy statement gives the full rationale.
Why is the Foundation keeping AI out of the default installation?
The project’s criteria focus on user control, document privacy and long-term support. In its words, “No content may leave the computer without authorisation.” The Foundation says a default AI feature would need to meet all of these conditions:
- Users control where inference happens: the feature should not force users to send work to a particular remote service.
- No document transmission without authorization: document content must not leave the user’s computer without permission.
- No telemetry: the integration must not rely on telemetry.
- Provider independence: users should not be locked into one AI provider.
- ODF preservation: generated content should preserve OpenDocument Format (ODF) structure, styles and semantics.
- Optional deployment: the feature should be entirely optional, including allowing administrators to omit it.
The Foundation frames these safeguards in the context of an office suite used in settings such as schools, hospitals, public bodies and law firms. Its statement describes that reach as “tens of millions of people,” but does not provide a methodology or a precise user count.
Can you use AI with LibreOffice anyway?
Yes. The Foundation says third-party extensions are available for people who want to integrate AI. Some connect to local models through tools such as Ollama or LM Studio; others may use an OpenAI-compatible endpoint. Extensions are made and maintained by their authors, not by The Document Foundation, and their capabilities and maturity vary.
“Local model” does not automatically describe every extension’s data path. An extension may be configured to use a cloud endpoint, so check which endpoint it contacts and what that provider does with submitted data. Before using an extension with sensitive documents, verify its settings and data practices rather than assuming the content stays on your device. The Foundation specifically advises users to inspect extension maturity and endpoints.
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What LibreOffice’s position does—and does not—establish
The policy describes the Foundation’s standard for adding AI to the default configuration. It is not a blanket claim that every extension is private, that no AI extension sends data to a cloud service, or that LibreOffice will never add AI. The Foundation says it will monitor the technology and consider integrations that meet its conditions.
The statement was published on September 3, 2026. The Foundation reiterated the “no AI” line in its October 1, 2026 community recap, which also clarified that users are not prevented from using extensions and that AI is not forced or built in. Those dates matter: the position describes the project’s stated policy at that time, while extensions and integrations can change. The October recap also reported one million LibreOffice 26.8 downloads in its first week, more than 50,000 combined social-media views, shares and likes, and over 20,000 views of its new-features video. These are Foundation-reported figures; the combined social engagement is not a count of unique people or users.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.How to evaluate an AI extension or compare office suites
Do not treat “AI” or “AI-free” as enough to judge how a tool handles documents. For an extension—or when comparing office software—check the specific properties that determine control and data handling:
- Is AI included in the default installation, or only available as an add-on?
- Where does inference run: on the device, on a service you select, or on a provider’s cloud?
- Does document content leave the computer, and what authorization is required?
- Is telemetry collected?
- Can you choose among multiple providers?
- Does generated content retain document structure, styles and semantics?
- Can an administrator omit or hide the feature?
These are the Foundation’s stated criteria, not an independent comparison of other office suites. TechCrunch reported on the policy on October 6, 2026, describing LibreOffice’s position as a software feature: TechCrunch’s October 6 report.
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