Running an Ollama Server

To use CereVault, you’ll need an Ollama server running either on your Mac or another machine on the same local network. Here’s how to get started:

• 1. Download Ollama
  Visit ollama.com/download and install the app. On first launch, Ollama may prompt you to finish setup via Terminal. Follow the on-screen instructions.
• 2. Start Ollama Locally
  Once installed, open the Terminal app on your host computer and run:
  ollama serve
  This starts the server on your local machine at http://localhost:11434.
• 3. Share Ollama on the Local Network
  To allow other devices on the same network to connect to your server, run this instead:
  OLLAMA_HOST=0.0.0.0:11434 ollama serve
  This makes Ollama accessible at your Mac’s local IP.
• 4. Keep it Running
  Keep the Terminal window open while you use CereVault. You may minimize it to keep it out of the way. For startup convenience, you can create a background service if desired.