Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Honest answers about access, privacy, and how Spec ADE works.
Is Spec ADE open source?
Not yet — Spec ADE is a private product developed by the viber.vn team. The source code is not public today. We plan to open-source it in the future once the product reaches stable maturity.
How much does it cost?
Spec ADE is free to use during the current private beta. Pricing for future tiers will be announced separately — beta users will get advance notice and grandfathered terms.
How do I install it?
Run `npx -y @spec-ade/cli@latest` in your terminal. The CLI bootstraps Spec ADE on your local machine or your own VPS and opens it in your browser automatically. No need to clone a repo or compile anything yourself.
Can I self-host on my own VPS?
Yes. The same `npx -y @spec-ade/cli@latest` command runs on any machine — laptop, workstation, or VPS. Spec ADE serves both the API and the embedded SPA on the same port. No cloud dependency.
How do I activate my install?
On first run, Spec ADE shows an activation page with your machine ID in the format `ADE-xxx` (a fingerprint derived from your hardware). Send the ID to the viber.vn support team and we will issue a signed activation key.
How do I contact support to get a key?
Reach out to the viber.vn support team via the official viber.vn channels. Include your machine ID (`ADE-xxx` format) shown on the activation page. Keys are issued manually during the private beta.
Does my code or data leave my machine?
No — all project data, settings, and credentials stay local. Settings are stored in `~/.config/spec-ade/settings.json` and passwords go to the OS keychain. The only outbound calls are the ones you initiate yourself (AI CLI, git remotes, database connections).
What platforms are supported?
Windows, macOS, and Linux are all first-class targets. Spec ADE also ships as a Tauri desktop app and a PWA. The same binary runs on all three platforms.