Silly Tavern on your phone — MiniTavern
For smartphones, MiniTavern (iOS / Android) is the closest match to Silly Tavern’s loop.
Classic Silly Tavern expects Node.js on a desktop. iOS cannot realistically run that stack; MiniTavern is a native app—store or APK instead of Termux.
Intro: What is MiniTavern.
Silly Tavern vs MiniTavern
| Silly Tavern | MiniTavern | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | PC (Win / Mac / Linux) | iOS / Android |
| Setup | medium / high (Node, etc.) | low (store / APK) |
| iOS | essentially no | yes |
| Cards | full | compatible |
| Models | very broad | mainstream paths |
| Extensions | rich | core-focused |
| Offline | yes (local LLM) | with Ollama, etc. |
| Cost | client free | base free, optional sub |
1. Install
Use App Store（iOS） and Mini Tavern（Android）, or the site.
- Android: GitHub Releases
- iOS: App Store — “MiniTavern”
2. Typical flow
Import a card
Silly Tavern card format—image or URL; sample cards inside the app.
Pick an AI backend
ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, custom API (OpenRouter, Ollama, …).
Optional: Ollama
When LAN/local service is available—less cloud dependence.
Chat and subscription
Core chat stays free; more slots / ad-free optional.
Privacy
Cards, keys, and chats mostly on device; uninstalling usually clears local data.
Bottom line
On iPhone, MiniTavern is the practical path. More detail: official tutorial (English).
Links
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FAQ
Is MiniTavern fully free?
Core use is free; extra slots / ad removal may be paid.
Why not run Silly Tavern on iOS?
iOS blocks arbitrary runtimes; ST’s Node stack is not a realistic match—native app is the workaround.
Compatible cards?
Yes—import images or URLs in ST-compatible formats.
Which models?
Common chat APIs; OpenRouter, Ollama, etc. via custom endpoints.
Offline?
Possible with local/LAN Ollama when configured.
Official Silly Tavern product?
No—MiniTavern is a separate mobile client; no formal affiliation.
Published: February 27, 2026
Updated: March 31, 2026