browseros-ai/BrowserOS

🌐 The open-source Agentic browser; alternative to ChatGPT Atlas, Perplexity Comet, Dia.

What it solves

BrowserOS and BrowserClaw address the limitation where AI agents typically operate in isolated sandboxes or headless browsers, meaning they cannot access a user's active sessions, logged-in accounts, or browser-level controls. This prevents agents from performing real-world tasks like booking flights or managing emails that require authentication.

How it works

The project provides two distinct tools based on a Chromium fork:

  • BrowserClaw: A browser specifically designed to be driven by AI agents. It allows agents (via MCP-compatible clients like Claude Code or Cursor) to use the user's existing logged-in sessions. It includes a live dashboard to monitor agent activity and a replay system to review actions as a video.
  • BrowserOS: A daily-driver browser for humans with a built-in AI agent. It integrates an agent directly into the browser chrome, allowing it to perform tasks like page summarization, data extraction, and scheduled automation using built-in tools and app integrations.

Both tools are local-first, allowing users to bring their own AI keys (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) or run models locally via Ollama or LM Studio.

Who it’s for

  • AI Agent Users: People who want their AI assistants to perform actual tasks in their browser using their real accounts.
  • Privacy-Conscious Users: Those seeking an open-source, local-first alternative to cloud-based AI browsers.
  • Developers: Those building MCP-compatible agents that need a reliable way to interact with the web.

Highlights

  • Session Sharing: Agents use your actual logged-in accounts rather than a blank sandbox.
  • MCP Integration: One-click connection for various AI tools including Claude Code, Cursor, and VS Code.
  • Local-First Privacy: All sessions, screenshots, and history are stored locally on the user's machine.
  • Built-in Automation: BrowserOS supports scheduled tasks and "coworking" (combining browser automation with local file operations).
  • Flexible LLM Support: Compatible with 11+ providers, including fully local options via Ollama.