I have searched for all existing open AND closed issues and discussions for similar requests. I have found none that is comparable to my request.
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Problem Description
Creating an issue for this roadmap item, as searching for "single binary" returned nothing relevant.
📦 Packaged Single Binary Executable: Simplifying deployment and ensuring compatibility across different platforms, we aim to offer our interface as a single binary executable. This approach will facilitate effortless installation and updates, significantly enhancing usability for all users, especially those with limited technical expertise. https://docs.openwebui.com/roadmap
Desired Solution you'd like
A single binary that can be installed on an apple silicon macos machine.
Alternatives Considered
The complicated complex docker setup.
Additional Context
n/a
Originally created by @balupton on GitHub (Apr 1, 2026).
Original GitHub issue: https://github.com/open-webui/open-webui/issues/23295
### Check Existing Issues
- [x] I have searched for all existing **open AND closed** issues and discussions for similar requests. I have found none that is comparable to my request.
### Verify Feature Scope
- [x] I have read through and understood the scope definition for feature requests in the Issues section. I believe my feature request meets the definition and belongs in the Issues section instead of the Discussions.
### Problem Description
Creating an issue for this roadmap item, as searching for "single binary" returned nothing relevant.
> 📦 Packaged Single Binary Executable: Simplifying deployment and ensuring compatibility across different platforms, we aim to offer our interface as a single binary executable. This approach will facilitate effortless installation and updates, significantly enhancing usability for all users, especially those with limited technical expertise.
> https://docs.openwebui.com/roadmap
### Desired Solution you'd like
A single binary that can be installed on an apple silicon macos machine.
### Alternatives Considered
The complicated complex docker setup.
### Additional Context
n/a
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Originally created by @balupton on GitHub (Apr 1, 2026).
Original GitHub issue: https://github.com/open-webui/open-webui/issues/23295
Check Existing Issues
Verify Feature Scope
Problem Description
Creating an issue for this roadmap item, as searching for "single binary" returned nothing relevant.
Desired Solution you'd like
A single binary that can be installed on an apple silicon macos machine.
Alternatives Considered
The complicated complex docker setup.
Additional Context
n/a
@tjbck commented on GitHub (Apr 1, 2026):
https://github.com/open-webui/desktop