> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.typingmind.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Personal vs Teams

## Two main products

Currently, we are offering two main products for TypingMind:

* TypingMind License version at [typingmind.com](https://www.typingmind.com/)
* TypingMind Teams version at [custom.typingmind.com](https://custom.typingmind.com/)

TypingMind License and TypingMind Teams serve different use-cases and are built to accommodate varied requirements. Let's see which solution is the best fit for your needs!

## Self-host versions

In addition to the main products, we offer a self-host version of each product with equivalent features:

* TypingMind License → TypingMind Static Self-host
* TypingMind Teams → TypingMind Teams Self-host

In total, there are 4 versions:

|                     | Cloud host                                        | Self-host                                                                      |
| ------------------- | ------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **License Version** | [TypingMind](https://www.typingmind.com)          | [TypingMind Static Self-host](/static-self-host)                               |
| **Custom Version**  | [TypingMind Teams](https://custom.typingmind.com) | [TypingMind Teams Self-host](https://custom.typingmind.com/features/self-host) |

## Comparison

| **Features**                                     | **TypingMind (and Static Self-host)**                                                                                                                     | **TypingMind Teams (and Teams Self-host)**                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            |
| ------------------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Link**                                         | [typingmind.com](https://www.typingmind.com/)                                                                                                             | [custom.typingmind.com](https://custom.typingmind.com/)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| **Pricing structure**                            | One-time Purchase (starts at \$39/Standard license)                                                                                                       |                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| **Plans**                                        | Standard, Extended, Premium                                                                                                                               | Starter, Growth, Professional, Custom (for Enterprises)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
| **Self-host**                                    | Yes — Free ([Static Self-host](/static-self-host))                                                                                                        | Yes — Custom Quote ([TypingMind Teams Self-host](https://custom.typingmind.com/features/self-host))                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| **Target users**                                 | Best for Individuals                                                                                                                                      | Best for Teams, Businesses                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            |
| **Purpose**                                      | Provides a better Chat UI to interact with different AI models, with fine-tuning options for better AI responses. See [full feature list](/feature-list). | Also provides a better Chat UI that works like TypingMind.com, but manageable via an Admin Panel. Admins can pre-set API keys, pre-build Prompts/Plugins/AI Agents, connect company knowledge, restrict member access, invite members via email, and customize themes, brain name, and custom domain. |
| **Access to [all chat features](/feature-list)** | Yes (based on [different plans](https://www.typingmind.com/pricing))                                                                                      | Yes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| **Connect to your knowledge base**               | Upload documents and connect external sources (Web Scraper, Notion, Intercom, etc.)                                                                       | Upload documents and connect external sources (Web Scraper, Notion, Intercom, etc.)                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| **Team management**                              | No                                                                                                                                                        | Yes (via Admin Panel)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| **Login option**                                 | No login needed — enter License key and API key to use the app                                                                                            | Email, SSO, JWT                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| **License key requirements**                     | Yes                                                                                                                                                       | No license key needed                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| **Where to buy license key?**                    | Can only buy from [typingmind.com](https://www.typingmind.com) (both self-host and cloud-host versions)                                                   | No license key needed                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
| **Need an API key?**                             | Yes                                                                                                                                                       | Yes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| **Number of users / devices**                    | 5 devices or users per license key                                                                                                                        | 5 users included by default per chat instance — additional users at \$8/user/month                                                                                                                                                                                                                    |
| **Custom domain**                                | No                                                                                                                                                        | Yes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| **Custom branding**                              | No                                                                                                                                                        | Yes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |

## TypingMind.com

TypingMind is a professional chat UI designed to work with **multiple Large Language Models (LLMs)** such as GPT, Claude, and Gemini. It enhances your AI chat experience by giving you more flexibility and control.

With TypingMind, you can:

* Access and interact with **multiple AI models** from a single interface.
* Keep your AI workspace organized using **folders and tags**.
* Manage your work more effectively by creating **multiple projects** within the same workspace.
* Fine-tune outputs using **System Instructions, AI Agents, and Prompts**.
* Extend AI capabilities with **Plugins** to search real-time information, generate images, render charts, research complex tasks, and more.
* Connect to your own **knowledge base** for context-aware answers.

<Tip>
  Check out the [full feature list](/feature-list)
</Tip>

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/typingmind/NM6ckePqhAKFe_Ao/quickstart/typingmind-vs-typingmind-team/image.webp?fit=max&auto=format&n=NM6ckePqhAKFe_Ao&q=85&s=d6f36f7c48f509a4ee1504d5331cd32a" alt="TypingMind interface" width="2294" height="1592" data-path="quickstart/typingmind-vs-typingmind-team/image.webp" />

TypingMind license version comes in three different plans: Standard, Extended, and Premium, with a **one-time purchase** starting at \$39.

To use the app, simply input your API key and License Key.

## TypingMind Teams

**TypingMind Teams** is built for **teams, businesses, and communities**. It delivers the same AI workspace as **TypingMind.com**, but with powerful admin tools and advanced customization via the **Admin Panel**.

<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/typingmind/quickstart/typingmind-vs-typingmind-team/image%201.webp" alt="TypingMind Team admin panel" />

<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/typingmind/quickstart/typingmind-vs-typingmind-team/image%202.webp" alt="TypingMind Team chat interface" />

With **TypingMind Teams**, admins can:

* Pre-configure API keys (no license key required for users).
* Create and share **pre-built Prompts, Plugins, and AI Agents**.
* Upload large datasets or connect to external sources (e.g., **Notion, Google Drive**).
* Invite team members by email, single sign-on, OAuth 2.0, and more.
* Control **feature visibility** in the chat UI.
* Restrict access to specific resources.
* Apply a **custom domain and brand theme** for a fully branded experience.

TypingMind Team is offered as a **monthly subscription** starting at \$99/month, with plans including **Starter, Growth, Professional, and Business** to suit different organizational needs.

<Tip>
  Check out [TypingMind Custom](https://custom.typingmind.com/features/get-started-on-our-cloud) for more details on what it can do.
</Tip>

## Conclusion

Choosing between TypingMind and TypingMind Teams depends on your needs, team size, and how you intend to use the AI chatbot.

* Get started with [TypingMind License](/quickstart/get-started-with-typingmind)
* Get started with [TypingMind Teams](https://custom.typingmind.com/features/get-started-on-our-cloud)

<Note>
  We offer a **14-day money-back guarantee** — feel free to dive in!
</Note>

Please contact us at [support@typingmind.com](mailto:support@typingmind.com) if you require any further assistance.
