Where Does Jan Store Models and Data?
Jan local models, chats and settings on Windows, macOS and Linux, plus the data folder.
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Jan keeps small settings in per OS app data and bulky models in a data folder you choose, often under Documents or home. Chats stay local by default.
Moving machines means copying settings plus models or redownloading. Models dominate disk use, so many users keep them on a second drive. Check Data Folder in Jan settings when unsure.
Where Jan stores this, by platform
%APPDATA%\Jan\
Settings and chat storage. Models default under %USERPROFILE%\Documents\Jan\models\ or the Data Folder shown in settings. Copy settings with Jan closed.
~/Library/Application Support/Jan/
Same split: prefs here, models in ~/Documents/Jan/models unless relocated. Use Go to Folder in Finder. Relink Data Folder after moving drives.
~/.config/Jan/
Follows XDG config home. Models often sit in ~/jan/models. Exact layout may vary by version, so confirm Data Folder in settings before large copies.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Jan models stored?
Under the Data Folder path in Jan settings, models by default in Documents Jan. That folder can grow large. Move it through settings so the index follows.
How do I back up Jan chats?
Close Jan and copy the app data folder above. Models can be redownloaded, so many backups skip them. Keep API keys encrypted.
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