Settings & Configuration
Learn how to customize GhostBro to fit your workflow, from selecting AI models to configuring privacy and security settings.
Access the Settings Panel by clicking the gear icon in the main control panel or using the Cmd + , (macOS) or Ctrl + , (Windows/Linux) shortcut. GhostBro's settings are organized into clear sections to help you manage your AI experience.
AI & API Configuration
Flexible AI Providers
GhostBro is built to be provider-agnostic. Configure any service that is OpenAI SDK compatible:
- Paid Services: Use your own keys for OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google Gemini.
- Free & Open Source: Connect to providers like OpenRouter or Groq.
- Local LLMs: Point GhostBro to a local server (e.g., Ollama, LM Studio) for 100% privacy and zero latency.
Note: All API keys are securely encrypted using Electron Safe Storage before being saved to your local machine.
Custom Models
Tailor your AI experience by adding specific models from any provider:
- Model Identifiers: Define any model ID (e.g.,
gpt-5.4,claude-4-6-sonnet, or your fine-tuned local models). - Custom Endpoints: Configure custom base URLs for specialized or private API gateways.
Transcription Settings
Universal Providers
Hybrid Approach: Use cloud providers (OpenAI/Deepgram) for speed or Local Whisper for 100% offline privacy.
Context & Language
Select target languages and provide domain-specific prompts to improve keyword accuracy across any industry.
Intelligent Routing
Capture from your Microphone or System Audio to bridge your digital and physical conversations.
Unlimited Skills & Custom Prompts
GhostBro isn't just for developersโthe sky is the limit. Transform your assistant into an expert in any domain by defining custom skills and prompts.
Domain Expertise
- Beyond Coding: Create skills for
Law,Medicine,Sales,Security, orDesign. - Expert Personas: Instruct the AI to act as a "Senior Architect", "Creative Director", or "Legal Consultant".
Custom Prompts
- Actionable Logic: Customize behavior for
Solve,Analyze, orBrainstormtasks tailored to your specific workflow. - Context Window Control: Fine-tune how much conversation history is analyzed for each prompt.
Markdown Notes
- Speaker Notes: Upload
.mddocuments to serve as formatted speaker notes during presentations. - Instant Toggle: Use Cmd + 7 to show or hide your notes in a discrete, semi-transparent overlay.
Privacy & Security
๐ป Ghost Mode
Total invisibility. Enable Ghost Mode to hide the GhostBro window from screen shares, recordings, and screenshots.
๐ Clipboard Controls
Granular control over what gets copied. Choose to include AI insights, direct answers, or both.
Maintenance
Zero Friction Updates
Stay ahead with the latest features and model supports through manual or automatic checks.
Configuration Reset
Experimental settings gone wrong? Reset to factory defaults with a single click.
Onboarding
Need a refresher? Restart the guided tour to master all configuration possibilities.
Need Help?
Explore more documentation or reach out to our team if you're stuck.