FAQ
Questions that actually come up.
Do I need Claude Code or Codex already installed?
Yes, at least one. Quack drives Claude Code or Codex — it doesn't bundle or replace them. If the CLI works on its own in a terminal, Quack can drive it.
Can I use my own API key or a different provider?
Yes — Settings → Providers. Anthropic, AWS Bedrock, and the Anthropic-compatible presets (Z.AI, MiniMax, Kimi) are built in, and you can add a custom endpoint. Ollama works too, fully local, no key needed.
Does closing a chat kill everything else I have open?
No. Every chat, terminal, and project is its own process. Closing one only stops that one.
Is there a mobile app or remote dashboard?
No — Quack is a local desktop app only, currently macOS (v2.0.0).
What happens to my data?
Everything stays on your machine — chats, project knowledge, settings. No telemetry.
Can I switch a chat from Claude Code to Codex mid-conversation?
Not in the same chat — each CLI keeps its own session memory that doesn't transfer. Start a new chat with the other backend instead.