Stop scrolling through ads and SEO spam. In this video, I show you how to install Perplexica, a fully private, open-source AI search engine that runs entirely on your own computer.
We will build a personal research assistant using Linux Mint, Docker, and Ollama that reads websites for you and gives direct answers without tracking your data.
Get all commands & Copy-Paste Guide:
https://rentry.co/perplexica-guide
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – The problem with Google
00:13 – What is Perplexica?
00:44 – Privacy & Control
01:04 – Hardware Requirements (GPU/RAM)
02:08 – The 3 Main Components
03:27 – Step 1: Install Docker
04:25 – Fixing Docker Permissions
05:01 – Step 2: Install Ollama
05:35 – Downloading the AI Model (Qwen)
06:30 – Configuring Ollama Network
07:10 – Finding your Local IP
07:35 – Step 3: Install Perplexica (Docker)
08:50 – Connecting Perplexica to Ollama
09:59 – How to use (Search Modes & Settings)
11:24 – Troubleshooting & Tips
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