Chat with decentralized AI providers to build websites that live in your browser.
In a bold move that reimagines the future of online creation, Shakespeare.diy launched Thursday as the first decentralized, open-source AI website builder, enabling users to build websites using simple natural language prompts—all directly in their browser.
Unveiled at a Human Rights Foundation event, Shakespeare is the brainchild of developer Alex Gleason and operates on the Nostr protocol. It aims to free creators from corporate control by replacing traditional AI site builders with a censorship-resistant alternative that puts users—not platforms—first.
“It used to be hard to build websites using decentralized protocols,” said Gleason. “But Nostr + AI makes this something that anyone can do now. There’s no longer an excuse to be locked into corporate platforms.”
Built for Creators, Not Corporations
Unlike commercial site builders that often require logins, subscriptions, and the sacrifice of user data, Shakespeare flips the script by offering:
- Full control of identity through Nostr keys
- Marketplace of AI providers (Nostr Service Providers or NSPs)
- Zero vendor lock-in or surveillance
- Real-time cost transparency
- Instant deployment and downloadable source code
Natural Language. Real-Time Websites.
Users can describe their site in plain language, and Shakespeare’s conversational AI immediately generates a live website preview that updates dynamically as the conversation continues. No coding or templates necessary—talk, tweak, and publish.
Because Shakespeare is powered by Nostr, the platform guarantees censorship resistance, content sovereignty, and independence from centralized gatekeepers.
How It Works:
- Login with Freedom – Use any Nostr login method or create a new one
- Choose Your AI – Browse NSPs with varied models, features, and pricing
- Describe Your Site – Use everyday language to generate layouts
- Iterate Live – Instantly see and refine the results in your browser
- Deploy or Download – Publish the live site or take the code with you
AI for Everyone
During the beta period, users can experiment with Gemini Flash for free. Advanced users can even import GitHub or GitLab repositories and collaborate with AI to enhance their codebase—all without leaving the browser.
Visit https://shakespeare.diy to request early access and experience a new era of open-source web creation.
For more insights, check out the official announcement post: https://soapbox.pub/blog/announcing-shakespeare
Soapbox is the decentralized tech lab behind Shakespeare. They develop open-source tools that empower individuals to build their own platforms, communities, and digital spaces—free from Big Tech constraints.
Learn more at https://soapbox.pub/
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