Cursor CLI
FreeCursor's terminal-native agent with sandboxed permissions.
FreeFree tier
Inputs: text, codeOutputs: code, text
About Cursor CLI
Cursor CLI is a terminal-native AI agent that enables developers to ship code with agents directly from their command line. It supports the same commands across any environment, integrates with GitHub Actions for CI/CD, and offers headless mode for scripts and automations. Users can access frontier models from Anthropic, OpenAI, Gemini, and Cursor, and run shell commands with built-in safety checks. The CLI plugs into existing workflows and IDEs, allowing developers to plan, search, and build anything using natural language or commands.
Key Features
Run AI agents directly from the terminal
Same commands across any environment (local, CI/CD, automations)
Access to frontier models from Anthropic, OpenAI, Gemini, Cursor, and more
Shell Mode with safety checks and output display
Headless CLI for scripting and automation workflows
GitHub Actions integration for automated CI/CD pipelines
MCP integration for custom tool usage
Installation via single curl command
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Integrates seamlessly with existing terminal and IDE workflows
- Access to the latest frontier AI models
- Sandboxed permissions for safe agent execution
- Works in multiple environments: terminal, CI, automations
- Free tier available with no credit card required
Cons
- Free tier has limited agent requests and tab completions
- Requires internet connection for cloud-based model access
- Less feature-rich compared to the full Cursor IDE experience
Best For
Automatically update documentationTrigger security reviews and code auditsBuild custom coding agents and automationsAutomated CI/CD workflows with GitHub ActionsShip code with agents from terminal or scriptsIntegrate AI assistance into existing IDE workflows
FAQ
How do I install Cursor CLI?
Run the following command in your terminal: curl https://cursor.com/install -fsS | bash
Can Cursor CLI be used in GitHub Actions?
Yes, Cursor CLI integrates with GitHub Actions for automated CI/CD workflows. See the documentation for setup details.
What models are available in Cursor CLI?
Cursor CLI provides access to frontier models from Anthropic, OpenAI, Gemini, Cursor, and more, including GPT-5.6 Sol, Claude Opus, and Grok 4.5.
Is there a free plan for Cursor CLI?
Yes, the Hobby plan is free and includes limited Agent requests and Tab completions, no credit card required.