Spans overlap; durations don’t add up. Long traces may be shortened.
Permissions
◈Ask
Every write, command and click asks first. The default.
◆Accept edits
File writes and searches go through. Commands, the browser and the pointer still ask.
⬗Auto
Everything runs on its own except ten prohibited actions, like deleting outside what you named or sending your data elsewhere. Anything that matches stops and asks you. The screening prompt and the model that runs it are both yours to change.
⬥Full access
Every tool runs on its own except computer use, which always asks. Other apps still ask. During computer use, global Escape stops computer access while the agent continues.
Setup requires an OpenRouter key (a free key works), even with a subscription. Sign into your agent CLIs; providers bill separately. Setup guide
No Intel Mac or Linux installer. Mobile unreleased. Mac-only features may differ on Windows.
Questions
Do I need a paid subscription?
No. Setup requires an OpenRouter key; a free key works. Paid models and optional subscriptions bill separately.
Can I use my existing agents?
Yes. Install and sign into supported agent CLIs, then use them from Shinbo. Provider access and usage limits still apply.
Does it work offline?
Local models are supported, but setup, secondary models, web tools and integrations may still need the internet.
Where does my data go?
Threads, plans, traces and notes stay on your computer. Prompts, relevant history and tool results are sent to your selected model service; integrations use their configured services.