Let ChatGPT and Claude work on your own computer.
Shellway connects the AI chat you already use to the files and terminal on your machine. Ask in plain words from your phone or browser, and the work happens on your computer.
Free plan included. No credit card needed to start.Works with the AI you already use
- ChatGPTweb, desktop and mobile
- Claudeclaude.ai and the Claude apps
- Cursoras a remote MCP server
- Any MCP clientone link, standard OAuth
Add it where you already chat.
One Shellway account works in every AI app that supports remote connectors.
Your real computer, not a sandbox.
Cloud AI tools work in a temporary box that forgets everything. Shellway lets your AI use the machine where your projects, files and tools already live.
Your files and folders
Read, search, sort, rename and edit files on your own disk, with the folders you allow.
Your terminal
Run commands, scripts and builds, and get the output back in the chat.
From anywhere
Ask from your phone while your laptop or desktop at home does the work.
Several computers
Pair a laptop, a desktop and a server, and tell the AI which one to use.
What people use it for
Anything you would do at your keyboard, described in a sentence.
Files and documents
- Find duplicate photos and move them to one folder
- Rename 200 invoices by date and customer
- Turn a folder of CSVs into one Excel report
Code and projects
- Explain how an unfamiliar repository is organised
- Fix failing tests and show the changes
- Start the dev server and tell me what breaks
Servers and devices
- Check disk space and memory on my server
- Read the last 100 lines of the error log
- Restart a service that stopped
Fixing problems
- Why is my laptop slow right now?
- What is using port 3000?
- Free up space without deleting my documents
Set up in about five minutes.
No ports to open and no networking to learn. The Shellway app makes a secure outbound connection, so it works behind home Wi-Fi and office firewalls.
Sign in with Google
Create your Shellway account in one click.
Install the app
Run one install command on your computer.
Pair your computer
Enter the 6-digit code shown in your dashboard.
Add Shellway to your AI
Paste your Shellway link into ChatGPT, Claude or Cursor, then just ask.
Start from a ready prompt
Our prompt library has step-by-step prompts for everyday jobs. Copy one into your chat and change the details.
Your files stay on your computer.
Shellway passes requests between your AI and your computer. It does not keep copies of your files or command output.
- You choose which folders the AI may use.
- Risky commands, like deleting files, ask you first.
- Turn off access for any device or AI app in one tap.
- See a log of every action taken on your computer.
What Shellway stores
| Your name and email (from Google) | While your account is open |
| Your paired devices and plan | While your account is open |
| Action log: time, tool name, result status | 90 days |
| Your files and command output | Never stored |
Simple monthly plans.
Start free. Upgrade when you need more computers or more actions. Cancel any time.
Free
- 1 computer
- 5,000 actions a month
- ChatGPT, Claude and Cursor
Starter
- 1 computer
- 25,000 actions a month
- Email support
Pro
- 3 computers
- Unlimited actions (fair use)
- 90-day action log
- Priority support
Team
- 10 computers
- 5 team members
- Admin controls
An action is one request your AI sends to your computer, such as reading a file or running a command. In India you can pay with UPI, cards or net banking and get a GST invoice. Indian prices exclude GST where applicable. Payments are processed securely by Razorpay.
Why Shellway
| Shellway Pro | Typical remote AI tools | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9 / month | $20 or more / month |
| Free plan | 5,000 actions a month | Varies |
| Pay in rupees with UPI | Yes, with GST invoice | Usually card in USD only |
| Your files stored on our servers | Never | Check each provider |
| Choose allowed folders | Yes | Varies |
Questions
What is Shellway?
A service that lets AI chat apps use the files and terminal on a computer you own. You install a small app on the computer, and add your Shellway link to your AI app.
What is MCP?
The Model Context Protocol is an open standard that lets AI apps use outside tools. ChatGPT, Claude and Cursor support it, and Shellway is an MCP server they can connect to.
Which AI apps work with Shellway?
Any app that supports remote MCP connectors, including ChatGPT (Developer Mode), Claude and Cursor.
Is it safe?
Only the folders you allow are available, risky commands ask you first, every action is logged, and you can cut off any device or AI app instantly. Treat it like giving someone access to your keyboard: connect only AI apps and accounts you trust.
Can Shellway see my files?
Requests and results pass through Shellway so they can reach your computer, but they are not saved.
Does my computer need to stay on?
Yes. The AI can only reach your computer while it is on and the Shellway app is running.
How is this different from Cursor or other AI code editors?
Those work inside one editor on the machine in front of you. Shellway works from any chat app, on any paired computer, from anywhere, and is not limited to code.
How do I cancel?
Cancel from your dashboard at any time. Your plan stays active until the end of the period you paid for. See the refund policy.
Is Shellway available now?
Shellway is in early access. Email support@getshellway.com to join.