1. Prerequisites
Before installing, make sure:
- Your JetBrains IDE is version 2023.3 or later
- You have a JetBrains Account
- You have (or will get) a JetBrains AI subscription (AI Pro)
2. Install the AI Assistant Plugin
JetBrains AI Pro works via the AI Assistant plugin.
Steps:
- Open your JetBrains IDE (e.g., IntelliJ, PyCharm, WebStorm)
- Go to:
Settings → Plugins → Marketplace
- Search for: AI Assistant
- Click Install
- Restart IDE if required
Alternative install methods:
- Click AI Chat tool window → Install Plugin
- Use JetBrains AI widget → “Let’s Go”
3. Activation Process
A. Automatic Activation
After installation:
- Plugin checks your license automatically
- If you already have AI Pro, it gets activated instantly
B. Activate via JetBrains Account (Manual)
If not activated automatically:
- Open IDE
- Go to:
Help → Register → Activate New License
- Select:
- Log in via browser
- Click Activate in IDE
C. Activate AI Inside IDE (AI Widget)
In some cases:
- Go to:
Settings → Tools → AI Assistant → Models
- Click:
D. Select / Switch License (if multiple)
- Open AI Chat tool window
- Click Options (⋯) → Manage License
- Choose your license
- Click Activate