Where to download AI apps and tools safely in 2026
July 1, 2026 · Dexa
AI tools are everywhere now, but finding good ones that are safe to install is harder than it should be. Many live outside the big app stores, made by small teams or solo builders who ship fast. This guide covers what to look for and where to find them.
What counts as an AI app?
Anything that uses a model to do useful work. That includes:
- Desktop apps that run on your Mac or Windows machine
- Web apps you open in a browser
- Browser extensions that add AI to sites you already use
- Scripts and Claude skills you run yourself
What to look for before you download
Because a lot of AI tools come from independent makers, a little care goes a long way:
- Know who made it. A real name and a track record matter.
- Check ratings and reviews from other users.
- Prefer tools that are transparent about what they do with your data.
- Look for version history, which shows the tool is maintained.
Where to download AI apps and tools
Dexa is an app store built for exactly this: independent apps, web tools, scripts, and Claude skills, each with the maker’s name, real ratings, and full version history in one place. You can see what you are getting before you download it.
Browse AI apps and tools on Dexa to find something worth installing.