Gladys Assistant is an open-source home assistant platform focused on providing a system for managing smart homes with Complete Privacy. It is designed to be a Privacy-First, User-Focused platform.

Here are the principal functionalities and characteristics (Key Features) of Gladys Assistant:

Privacy and Architecture

• Self-Hosted Privacy: Gladys is self-hosted, meaning all your data stays on your local machine at home. It requires no cloud and ensures no tracking or data selling. Taking back control of privacy is the core reason for its existence.

• Licensing and Cost: It is 100% free and open-source. No subscription, limitations, or credit card is needed.

• Installation: Installation is simple, often taking about 5 minutes, requiring only a single Docker command. It runs on any Linux machine where Docker is compatible (e.g., Raspberry Pi, Synology NAS, server, or old computer).

Core Automation and Monitoring

• Comprehensive Dashboard: Users can See Everything at a Glance from one interface, monitoring essential data like temperature, security cameras, and presence.

• Automation: It allows users to Automate Your Entire Day without coding. Scenarios include automated coffee brewing, turning lights on, or music playing. Users can create scenes to simplify and secure their home.

• Specific Use Cases: Functionalities include controlling room temperatures, managing openings, setting alerts (e.g., if a room is too hot, the fridge stays open, or for water leaks), managing garden processes like pool pumps or drip irrigation, and acting as a security box when the user is on vacation.

• Voice Control: Users can Control Your Home by Voice. Gladys responds instantly via Telegram, Google Home, Alexa, or Siri.

Integration and Connectivity

• Broad Device Support: Gladys supports thousands of devices.

• Supported Protocols: Integrations cover protocols such as Zigbee, Matter, and MQTT.

• Brand Integrations: It supports dedicated integrations for brands and services including Google Home, Alexa, Shelly, Sonos, Somfy, Philips Hue, and RTSP cameras.

• Open Development: All integrations are open-source and developed by the community.

User Experience and Performance

• Zero Configuration: The platform is designed to be easy to use. It requires no terminal commands or config files for operation.

• Design Quality: It features a Clean UI where every pixel matters, emphasizing design before code.

• Stability and Speed: The interface is described as Lightning-fast with instant actions. It is built to be Stable and last decades.

• Maintenance: It includes Auto upgrades for new features and bug fixes with Zero hassle.

Remote Access

• Gladys Plus (Recommended): An optional cloud service provides secure access (end-to-end encrypted) from anywhere via iOS and Android apps, with zero configuration.

• Expert Access (Free): Users can set up their own VPN or reverse proxy to access Gladys remotely, though this option requires technical skills.