Cline
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Open-source autonomous coding agent for VS Code that can edit files, run commands, and use the browser with your approval.
ai-coding agent open-source vscode
- Category
- Coding & Developer Tools
- Business model
- Open (open weights/source)
- Availability
- Global
- Launched
- 2024
- Record updated
- 2026-07-30
- License
- Apache-2.0
- Founded
- 2024
- Headquarters
- US
- Canonical URL
- https://globalaiproductindex.com/products/cline/
Overview
Cline is an open-source autonomous coding agent for VS Code that can edit files, run terminal commands, and drive a browser, asking for user approval at each step. It connects to models through user-supplied API keys, supports the Model Context Protocol for adding tools, and works with providers including Anthropic, OpenAI, and local models. The extension is free; users pay only model API costs.
Key features
- Autonomous file editing with human-in-the-loop approvals
- Terminal command execution and browser use
- Model Context Protocol support for custom tools
- Works with many model providers via API keys
Use cases
- Delegating multi-step coding tasks inside VS Code
- Debugging with an agent that can run commands and inspect output
- Extending agent capabilities with MCP tools
Pricing
Cline is free and open source; the only costs are API fees from the connected model provider.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cline free?
Yes. Cline is an open-source VS Code extension; you pay only for the model API usage you configure.
Which models work with Cline?
Cline supports Anthropic, OpenAI, OpenRouter, and locally hosted models through configurable API settings.
Does Cline act without permission?
No. Cline requests user approval before editing files or running commands, keeping a human in the loop.
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