Issue
As a user, I am unable to use Appsmith on an internal network without internet connection as it cannot connect to the Appsmith server. I need to know if it is possible to switch Appsmith to an offline mode.
Resolution
Appsmith does not natively support a general "offline mode" for internal networks without internet connectivity. However, for organizations with strict requirements for complete internet isolation, Appsmith offers an "Airgapped Edition." This special edition is designed for highly regulated industries or scenarios where servers must remain entirely disconnected from external networks.
To use Appsmith in a truly offline environment, you must request the Airgapped Edition by contacting the Appsmith sales team at sales@appsmith.com. Please note that some features will be unavailable or have limited functionality in this edition, such as pre-built templates, SaaS integrations (e.g., Google Sheets, Airtable), and the ability to install custom JavaScript libraries. Updates for the airgapped edition are released quarterly and must be manually downloaded and applied, as the server cannot access the internet for updates or feature downloads.
If you need Appsmith to function entirely offline, the Airgapped Edition is the recommended and supported approach.
Learn more about the Airgapped Edition here.