Gloamy
Secure on device personal agents
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What is Gloamy?
Gloamy is an AI coworker that turns your computer into a self-driving assistant capable of executing real-world tasks across apps, desktop workflows, CLI, email, chat, and the web. Unlike chatbots that only provide information, Gloamy takes action on your behalf by controlling applications, running terminal commands, managing emails, and automating routine workflows directly on your device.
Key features include terminal chat integration, background message handling, app control with explicit user permissions, desktop automation, CLI workflow execution, and a macOS autopilot feature called Showme that brings screen-based automation to Mac users. Users choose which apps connect, what permissions they grant, and which workflows can run, ensuring security and control.
Gloamy is designed for teams, solo operators, and builders who want to automate routine work without monthly subscriptions. It runs on-device as a daemon, requires an install script followed by running 'gloamy daemon', and includes a desktop app that needs the daemon running first. The tool is built in Rust and emphasizes secure agents for real-world tasks without deleting user data or leaking information.
Gloamy pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
No subscription required - Gloamy runs on device without monthly fees. The tool is free to use with no paid tiers mentioned. Users download the desktop app and install via a bootstrap script that sets up system dependencies and Rust. The open-source nature allows free access to all features.
Gloamy pros
- No subscription required - runs on device without monthly fees
- Executes actual tasks instead of just providing chat responses
- Works across CLI, desktop apps, email, chat, and web
- Explicit user permissions for app control and workflows
- Users choose which apps connect and what permissions they get
- Background daemon runs continuously to handle tasks
- Terminal chat integration for command-line workflows
- macOS autopilot feature (Showme) for screen-based automation
- Built in Rust for performance and security
- Secure agents that don't delete user data
- Secure agents that don't leak user information
- Handles routine work automation for teams and solo operators
- Desktop app provides graphical interface for automation
- Shell execution capability for custom scripts and tools
- Works with external messaging platforms through channel subsystem
Gloamy cons
- Requires daemon to run before desktop app works
- Installation requires running curl script and multiple steps
- Limited to macOS for autopilot features (Showme)
- Relatively new tool with smaller user base
- Requires explicit permission setup for each app connection
- Desktop app dependency on daemon adds complexity
- May require technical knowledge for CLI and workflow setup
- No cloud-based option - runs locally on device only
Frequently asked questions about Gloamy
What is Gloamy?
Gloamy is an AI coworker for self-driving computers that executes tasks on your behalf across CLI, desktop, email, chat, web, and device workflows. Unlike chatbots that only talk, Gloamy takes action and does the work across your tools.
How do I install Gloamy?
Start with the install script by running the curl command to bootstrap, then run 'gloamy daemon' to start the background service. After the daemon is running, download and set up the desktop app which needs the daemon active first.
Does Gloamy require a subscription?
No, Gloamy has no subscription required. It runs on device without monthly fees, making it a free tool for automation.
What permissions does Gloamy need?
You choose which apps connect and what permissions they get. Gloamy controls apps on your PC with explicit permissions, and you decide which workflows can run, giving you full control over security.
What is Showme?
Showme is the macOS autopilot feature that brings screen-based automation to your Mac. It allows Gloamy to interact with your screen and automate tasks visually on macOS.
Can Gloamy run terminal commands?
Yes, Gloamy can chat with you in your terminal and execute shell commands. It supports shell execution as one of its common capability groups for running tools and scripts.
Is Gloamy secure?
Yes, Gloamy is built as secure agents for real-world tasks. It doesn't delete your stuff or leak your information. You control permissions and which workflows can run, with explicit policy boundaries.
Who should use Gloamy?
Gloamy is for teams, solo operators, and builders who want to automate routine work. It's ideal for anyone who needs an AI that executes tasks across their tools instead of just providing information.
What platforms does Gloamy support?
Gloamy works on desktop with CLI support and has macOS autopilot features via Showme. The daemon runs in the background and the desktop app provides the graphical interface for automation workflows.
Can Gloamy integrate with messaging apps?
Yes, Gloamy has a channel subsystem for messaging platform integrations. It can stay running in the background to handle messages and connects to external platforms through a uniform interface for sending and listening to messages.