Goose

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Goose provides an open-source AI agent for code and workflow tasks through a desktop app, CLI, and API.

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About Goose

Goose is an open-source, general-purpose AI agent that runs on the user's machine. The homepage describes its use for code, research, writing, automation, and data analysis. It is offered as a native desktop app for macOS, Linux, and Windows, a command-line interface for terminal workflows, and an API for embedding the agent in other software.

Goose connects to tools and data sources through the Model Context Protocol, with 70+ extensions listed on the homepage. It works with 15+ LLM providers, and users can supply API keys or use existing Claude, ChatGPT, or Gemini subscriptions through ACP. The homepage lists security features, including prompt injection detection, tool permission controls, sandbox mode, and an adversary reviewer. These are described as features, not guarantees. The homepage does not state pricing.

Key features

  • Native desktop app for macOS, Linux, and Windows
  • Connects to 70+ extensions via Model Context Protocol
  • Works with 15+ LLM providers, including API keys and existing subscriptions
  • Portable YAML recipes capture workflows for sharing and CI runs
  • Subagents handle parallel tasks such as code review and research
  • Security options include prompt injection detection, permission controls, and sandbox mode
Best for: Developers and teams who want an open-source AI agent that runs locally and can automate repeatable code and workflow tasks.
Good for
  • Open source, with the source code published on GitHub
  • Runs on macOS, Linux, and Windows
  • Supports many LLM providers, including existing subscriptions via ACP

Goose at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Linux, macOS, Web, Windows
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Goose FAQ

Which operating systems does the goose desktop app support?
The homepage states that the native desktop app is available for macOS, Linux, and Windows.
Can I use an existing ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini subscription with goose?
The homepage says users can use API keys or their existing Claude, ChatGPT, or Gemini subscriptions via ACP.
Where is the goose source code?
The project is open source and its repository is hosted on GitHub at github.com/aaif-goose/goose.
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