What do I need for Nodbase?
To use Nodbase, you need an account. The app is free.
Device and system
At launch Nodbase is only for iPhone, with iOS 18 or later. Coming soon to the App Store.
Age
- Nodbase is for people aged 16 and older.
- Communities marked as 18+ are only open to accounts with a confirmed age of 18 or older.
Cost
Nodbase is free. There is no subscription, no advertising and no tracking.
Account
You sign in with Apple, with Google or with your email address. See Create an account.
What only some devices can do
- Nodi (the assistant in the app) runs only on the device: as an AI from iPhone 15 Pro (8 GB of memory), with fixed answers on older iPhones.
- Quick Capture with the Action button works on iPhones that have one (iPhone 15 Pro and later). Back Tap works on every iPhone.
- Visual Intelligence needs iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence.
- Confirming your age through your Apple Account is available from iOS 26.
Note: Your network is stored on your device and opens without internet. Chats, calls, requests and your card need a connection.
Last checked: 11 November 2026
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- Create an accountHow to create your Nodbase account with Apple, Google or your email address.
- Your first startAfter you create your account, Nodbase shows you what it’s about in five short scenes. Then Nodi welcomes you.
- What is Nodi?Nodi is your assistant in Nodbase. It runs only on your iPhone and does nothing without your approval.