The Document Foundation, the non-profit behind the open-source LibreOffice suite, has officially confirmed that it will not integrate generative artificial intelligence features into its software in the near future. This decision follows the release of the latest version of the office suite in late August, which also arrived without any AI-powered tools.
The organization emphasizes that this design choice is intended to protect user privacy and data security. By keeping the software free of built-in AI, the developers ensure that no documents are uploaded to external servers for processing. This approach allows the suite to function entirely offline, which is a critical requirement for users handling confidential, legal, or personal data.
Despite the lack of native AI, the foundation notes that users who wish to utilize such tools can still do so by installing third-party extensions. This method allows for the integration of local AI models directly into the editor. The organization stated that it currently finds no existing integration solution that meets its strict standards for data privacy and vendor independence.
The foundation clarified that its stance is based on current technological limitations rather than a rejection of AI itself. The team continues to monitor the development of the technology. For now, the default installation of LibreOffice will remain free of AI components to ensure that users maintain full control over their data and remain compliant with security audits.
