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How to Run Stable Diffusion Locally: Complete Setup Guide

Free, unlimited AI image generation on your own computer. Step-by-step instructions for Windows, Mac, and Linux.

How to Run Stable Diffusion Locally

No subscriptions. No limits. No cloud required. Here's how to set up Stable Diffusion on your machine.

System Requirements

Minimum

GPU: 6GB VRAM (NVIDIA recommended)

RAM: 16GB

Storage: 10GB free space

Setup Options

Automatic1111 (Most Popular)

The community favorite with extensive features and extensions.

ComfyUI (Most Powerful)

Node-based workflow for advanced users. Maximum flexibility.

Fooocus (Easiest)

One-click setup inspired by Midjourney's simplicity.

Step-by-Step Installation

1. Install Python 3.10

2. Install Git

3. Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/AUTOMATIC1111/stable-diffusion-webui

4. Download Models

Get SDXL or SD 1.5 from Hugging Face or CivitAI.

5. Run the WebUI

./webui.sh

Essential Models to Download

SDXL Base

RealVisXL (photorealism)

DreamShaper (versatile)

Anything V5 (anime)

Tips for Best Results

Use ControlNet for precise control

Install upscalers for high-resolution output

Experiment with different samplers

Use negative prompts

Troubleshooting

Common issues and fixes included in our troubleshooting guide.