prompt-shield is a self-learning software that helps keep AI systems safe from prompt injection attacks. It has 21 built-in detectors to spot suspicious inputs. It also uses a vector similarity vault to find threats by comparing new inputs to known bad patterns. The software learns from each attack, growing smarter over time. It protects agentic AI apps with three layers of defense to stop attacks before they cause damage.
You do not need to be a computer expert to use prompt-shield. This guide will help you download, install, and run it on your machine with clear, simple steps.
To run prompt-shield smoothly, make sure your computer meets these needs:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.15 or later, or Linux (Ubuntu 18.04+)
- Memory: At least 4 GB of RAM
- Storage: At least 500 MB free space
- Processor: Dual-core 2.0 GHz or better
- Internet connection recommended for updates and community threat data
prompt-shield runs as an app you open on your computer. It monitors prompts sent to your AI system and blocks anything harmful. You do not need to install complicated software or write code.
Follow these steps to get it up and running:
- Download the software using the main link at the top or below.
- Install prompt-shield by opening the downloaded file and following simple on-screen instructions.
- Launch the app from your desktop or start menu.
- Connect prompt-shield to your AI app by entering your AI’s access details shown in the app.
- Start monitoring. prompt-shield will begin protecting your AI right away.
- Check the dashboard to view alerts and reports about detected attacks.
Please visit this page to download the latest version of prompt-shield:
- Go to the link above.
- Find the latest release at the top of the list.
- Download the file that matches your computer’s system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
- Once downloaded, locate the file (usually in your Downloads folder).
- Double-click the file to start the installation.
- Follow prompts on the screen. Usually, this only involves clicking Next or Continue.
- Wait for the install process to finish.
- You are now ready to open prompt-shield.
- Open prompt-shield from your desktop or use your computer’s program search.
- The app will ask for permission to connect to your AI system. This connection lets it examine prompts before they reach your AI.
- Enter your AI system credentials or configuration details carefully.
- Click “Start Protection.”
- You will see a dashboard showing current activity, alerts, and learning progress.
- Keep the app running while you use your AI to stay protected.
The app updates itself with new detectors and threat data when connected to the internet.
- Self-Learning Detection: prompt-shield learns from each new attack pattern. It updates detection rules on the fly to catch similar threats in the future.
- 21 Built-in Detectors: These check for common prompt injection styles, including code injection, command injection, and obfuscated text.
- Vector Similarity Vault: The software stores known threats as vectors. This lets it detect new attacks that look like previous ones, even if they are slightly changed.
- Community Threat Intelligence: prompt-shield connects to a shared database to benefit from knowledge gathered by other users.
- 3-Gate Protection: The software uses three stages to check prompts—input scanning, behavior analysis, and response filtering—to block harmful content before it reaches the AI.
If you run into issues, try these fixes first:
- Make sure your system matches the requirements above.
- Check that the software is updated to the latest version.
- Restart prompt-shield and reconnect to your AI system.
- Disable any firewall or security software temporarily that might block prompt-shield.
- Check your internet connection to allow threat intelligence updates.
- For connection issues, verify you entered AI access details correctly.
If problems continue, visit the GitHub repository for help or file an issue:
prompt-shield works with many AI applications that take text prompts. Popular platforms include:
- Chatbots built with OpenAI models
- Custom AI agents using FastAPI or LangChain
- AI assistants running on Python and ChromaDB
- Any AI that can send prompts through APIs or command inputs
If your AI app supports prompt input, prompt-shield can protect it.
For questions or to learn more:
- Read the Wiki inside the GitHub repository.
- Open an issue to report bugs or request features.
- Join community forums listed in the repo to discuss AI security.
- Follow setup videos and tutorials linked in the wiki.
Thank you for using prompt-shield. Your AI’s safety matters.