> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://list2.alterhq.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🚀 Local Tools Are Now FREE For Everyone! - URL: https://list2.alterhq.com/local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone/ - Published: 2025-06-06T14:10:00.000Z - Updated: 2025-06-06T14:10:00.000Z - Description: Big news! We're making all Local Tools completely FREE - 17 powerful automation features including Messages, Calendar, Maps, and Contacts. No waitlists, no complexity, just AI that actually works. - Author: Samuel ROY - Tags: #beehiiv, #Import 2026-10-04 19:36 > Want to be an Alter Master? > > We created a new Youtube Playlist called “[Work with Alter](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63RfAKSbR6A&list=PLYIXJFnoTYRJsoOIvj4fvS2UWwSMI5jr7&pp=gAQB&utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone)” where we share all our secrets on how to user Alter. Let us know what you think about it :)Olivier Hey everyone, Big news dropping today: **Local Tools are now completely FREE** for all Alter users. No subscription walls, no premium tiers - just pure automation power in your notch. ## What You Get (For Free!) **Communication & Contacts** ✅ **Messages** \- Send texts through natural conversation ✅ **Mail** \- Get unread emails and create drafts ✅ **Contacts** \- Find and manage your people effortlessly **Productivity Powerhouse** ✅ **Calendar** \- Schedule meetings like magic ✅ **Notes** \- Capture thoughts without breaking flow ✅ **Reminders** \- Never forget anything again **Navigation & Web** ✅ **Maps** \- Get directions and find places instantly ✅ **Safari** \- Browse and search the web **System Control** ✅ **Shortcuts** \- Trigger automations ✅ **Script Editor** \- For the power users who want more ✅ **Smart Notifications** \- Stay informed, not overwhelmed ## Why We're Doing This Most AI assistants are chatbots pretending to be useful. Alter actually *controls* your Mac. It's the difference between talking about productivity and being productive. **The result?** Your Mac becomes an extension of your thoughts, not a barrier to them. ## Get Started in 30 Seconds 1. Update to the latest Alter version 2. Open the Tools Manager and the Local Tools section 3. Enable the tools you need 4. Try: *"Text Sarah I'm running late"* or *"Add team standup tomorrow at 9am"* or *"Find restaurants around me"* That's it. Minimal setup, no learning curve - just AI that actually does stuff. ## No Waitlists, No Complexity We're giving away what others hide behind endless waitlists or complicated MCP integrations. While they're gatekeeping basic functionality, we're shipping real automation that just works. **Ready to make your Mac feel magical?** [Download Alter](https://alterhq.com/?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) | [Watch Demo](https://youtu.be/qL9iiHihYOU?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) **Sam & the Alter team** --- ## Full Changelog ### New Tools & Integrations - **Web Search Tool** \- Added local web search with DuckDuckGo - **Email Integration** \- Added get unread emails tool - **System Notifications** \- Added Apple system notification tool - **Apple Maps Integration** \- Added Apple Maps tools for location services and directions - **iMessages Support** \- Added iMessages integration for messaging - **Contact Management** \- Added Contacts tools to manage contacts ### Tool Management & Organization - Reworked tool categories for better organization - Fixed tools removal from search functionality - Fixed Apple Script tool form file picker ### Search & History - Added search by content using summaries in history ### User Interface & Experience - Restored selected files in templates for actions - Removed follow button outside workspace - Fixed reuse functionality - now properly gets message content when reusing for another action ### System & Performance - Fixed crash with out of bounds error when more speakers than colors - Minor performance improvements - Fixed context pasteboard reading to force read when getting it ### Bug Fixes & Stability - Fixed errors to keep message content after error occurs - Fixed MCP start/stop on connect/disconnect --- We're turning Alter from a quick AI tool into your actual super assistant. Keep your eyes open for what's next. [Download Alter](https://alterhq.com/?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) | [Join the community](https://discord.gg/gvCMmfBRWZ?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) ## Videos on Alter 1. [AI can now read your clipboard : create incredible workflows](https://youtu.be/UZ9B9ZJQUfE?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) 2. [Unlock YouTube superpowers - extract info & master anything](https://youtu.be/63RfAKSbR6A?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) 3. [Live AI chat with any website: documentation, articles & more](https://youtu.be/9QjV%5F5AZ4dU?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) 4. [Automatic email outreach in 3 min - no effort - onboard your new users](https://youtu.be/kGX41znRckM?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) 5. [Write a newsletter in 5 min with AI, walking in a parc](https://youtu.be/vQwOqqsPtr0?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone) [Join the community](https://discord.gg/gvCMmfBRWZ?utm%5Fsource=list.alterhq.com&utm%5Fmedium=referral&utm%5Fcampaign=local-tools-are-now-free-for-everyone)