LibreOffice maintains ai-free stance amid rising AI integration in software

The Document Foundation, the nonprofit behind LibreOffice, has reaffirmed its commitment to an AI-free software environment. In a recent blog post, the organization stated it will not integrate AI features into its document editor for the foreseeable future. This decision aligns with its previous stance that LibreOffice contains no generative AI features, a position reiterated after the release of its latest version in late August 2026. The nonprofit emphasized that its software is designed to keep user data local, ensuring no reliance on network connections or external servers. LibreOffice’s blog post noted that while AI extensions are available for users who wish to integrate local AI models, the default installation will remain free of AI features. The organization cited concerns over data privacy and control, stating that users must know where their data is stored. This approach contrasts with the broader trend of software companies incorporating AI, which LibreOffice views as contributing to 'enshittification' of modern software.