Where is my Research Assistant data stored?
Your Research Assistant data is stored in your browser, on the device you're using. Subthesis doesn't keep a copy on a server.
What's stored where
- Projects: your project list and the project you have open are kept in your browser's localStorage.
- Tool data: many project tools also save their data in localStorage, keyed to the project.
- Project database: some tool data, drafts, and evaluations go into a browser database called ResearchAssistantDB (IndexedDB).
- AI Advisor chat: the most recent 50 messages are saved in localStorage so the conversation is there when you come back.
- AI model files: if you turn on the local AI, the model is cached in your browser so it doesn't download again every time.
What this means for you
- Only this browser, on this device, has your work.
- Clearing site data for subthesis.com deletes it, and a private window usually erases it when closed.
- It doesn't sync to other devices. See Can I sync my work across devices?
Export a backup regularly from Settings. See How do I back up my Research Assistant projects?