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Free Claude Code

Connects popular AI coding assistants to AI models from many different providers, including free and local ones.

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What it does

Free Claude Code (FCC) sits between an AI coding assistant and the AI model that powers it. It lets tools such as Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode, Cline and Aider use models from many other providers. The README says it supports twelve coding tools and dozens of providers, including free, paid, subscription and local options.

You install it, open its Admin page in your browser, add a key from a provider such as NVIDIA NIM or OpenRouter, and choose a model. FCC then starts your coding tool already pointed at that model. You can also use it from desktop apps, code editors, your browser, or your phone through Discord and Telegram, including voice notes.

It includes features meant to keep you working when a provider has problems, such as automatic retries, rate limits and switching to a backup model or key. Its makers say it follows each provider's terms of service, and note that free-tier limits are set by each provider and may change.

Who it's for

People who use AI coding assistants and want to try them with different AI models, including free tiers or models running on their own computer.

Can I use it without coding?

With some setup. You run an install command, then set things up through a browser-based Admin page and start your coding tool from the terminal. New to this? Start here.

Can I run it?

Cost
Free, but needs an AI accountThe software is free, but it uses an online AI service (like OpenAI or Anthropic), which usually charges for use.
Runs on
Mac, Windows, Linux, Phone, Web browser
Computer
An ordinary computer is fine
Privacy
Your choice: run it on your device or use an online service

Try it

  1. Run the installer for your computer and choose at least one coding assistant when asked.
  2. Open Free Claude Code from your desktop or Start menu (Windows/Mac) to reach the Admin page.
  3. Add an API key from a provider such as NVIDIA NIM, pick a model, click Apply, then start your coding assistant through FCC.

Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?

Before you install

  • Only download from the official GitHub page. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
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