Do I need to pay to use this?
The tool itself doesn't charge you — it works by pooling the free usage that AI companies already give away, so you can use it at no cost as long as you stay within those free limits.
Which apps can I use this with?
It works with coding assistants and command-line tools such as Cursor, Cline, Goose, Roo Code, Claude Code, Codex CLI, Gemini CLI, and Aider.
Do I need my own accounts with the AI companies?
Yes — you sign up for free accounts with the providers you want (for example Google, Mistral, or Cohere), grab their free keys, and add them to this tool; it doesn't include an AI service of its own.
How hard is it to set up?
Setup is quick: you install it with one command, then paste a short snippet into your app's settings, similar to adding a browser extension.
Can I use this to avoid running out of free AI usage?
Yes — when one provider's free daily or monthly limit runs out, the tool automatically switches your requests to another provider that still has room left, so your work isn't interrupted.
Can I use this to connect a locally-run AI model?
Yes — alongside the free providers, you can point it at any compatible AI server you run yourself, including local tools like Ollama or LM Studio.
Which AI companies' free plans does this include?
It pools free plans from around 28 providers, including Google, Mistral, Cohere, and NVIDIA, plus many smaller ones, and the full list is kept current automatically.
Is it safe to store my keys with this tool?
The tool encrypts the keys you add, and since you run it yourself, they stay on your own setup rather than being sent to a third party.