Dify

Partial info

Low-code platform to build LLM apps and agents.

Dify is a source-available platform for visually building LLM applications, agents, and workflows, with RAG, tools, and observability built in. It can be self-hosted or used via managed cloud.

License

Source available (Dify Open Source License (Apache-2.0 with conditions))

Deployment

Self-hosted, Managed

Pricing

Self-host free under its license; cloud has free and paid tiers.

SDKs / languages

Any (REST API), Python, Node.js

Founded

2023

Strengths

Low-code, fast to build
Batteries-included (RAG, tools, obs)
Self-hostable

Limitations

License is source-available, not OSI-open
Visual approach limits deep customization

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Facts verified 19 July 2026. Neutral summary, not an endorsement; verify current details with the vendor.