Cursor
by Anysphere · cursor.com ↗
AI-powered code editor that provides autocompletion, chat, and codebase-aware edits for software development.
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- Category
- Coding & Developer Tools
- Business model
- Freemium
- Availability
- Global
- Launched
- 2023-03
- Record updated
- 2026-09-04
- Documentation
- docs.cursor.com ↗
- Founded
- 2022
- Headquarters
- US
- Canonical URL
- https://globalaiproductindex.com/products/cursor/
Overview
Cursor is an AI-powered code editor from Anysphere, built as a fork of Visual Studio Code. It combines autocomplete, chat, and agentic editing that can plan and apply changes across an entire codebase. It targets professional developers and offers a free tier alongside paid subscriptions.
Key features
- Codebase-aware chat and inline editing
- Agentic multi-file edits with review before applying
- AI autocomplete tuned for longer, context-aware suggestions
- Support for multiple frontier AI models
Use cases
- Refactoring and multi-file changes in existing projects
- Generating new features from natural-language instructions
- Understanding unfamiliar codebases through codebase-aware chat
Pricing
A free Hobby tier is available; Pro and Business plans add higher usage limits and team administration features.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cursor based on VS Code?
Yes. Cursor is a fork of Visual Studio Code, so most VS Code extensions, themes, and keybindings also work in Cursor.
Is Cursor free?
Cursor offers a free Hobby tier; Pro and Business subscriptions add higher usage limits and team features.
Who makes Cursor?
Cursor is developed by Anysphere, a US company founded in 2022.
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