iflow-cli
iFlow cli is a comprehensive command-line intelligence that embeds in your terminal, analyzes your repositories, does coding tasks, interprets your needs across contexts, and boosts efficiency by performing tasks from simple file operations to complex workflow automation.
iFlow CLI is a terminal-based AI agent that brings conversational intelligence directly to your command line, analyzing repositories, automating coding tasks, and orchestrating workflows through natural language. It provides free access to multiple AI models including Kimi K2, Qwen3 Coder, and DeepSeek v3 through the iFlow open platform. The tool supports extensibility via SubAgents and MCP servers installable from the iFlow Open Market, transforming from a general assistant into a specialized expert team. Developers can leverage it for everything from simple file operations to complex workflow automation, with features like task planning, conversation recovery, and multimodal input support.
Key Features
Use Cases
- 01Analyzing existing codebases with /init command to generate comprehensive technical documentation
- 02Creating new projects from natural language descriptions, such as web-based games or applications
- 03Organizing and batch-processing files across the system with conversational commands
- 04Researching and planning tasks like itinerary creation or price comparison analysis
- 05Data analysis and transformation of Excel or CSV files with chart generation
- 06Automating workflows such as periodic backups or daily stock price monitoring with email notifications
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iflow-cli — FAQ
What is iFlow CLI?+
iFlow CLI is a terminal-based AI agent that runs directly in your command line, providing natural language interaction for coding tasks, repository analysis, file operations, and workflow automation. It can be extended with SubAgents and MCP servers to build specialized AI teams.
How do I install iFlow CLI on macOS or Linux?+
You can install via one-click script using bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://cloud.iflow.cn/iflow-cli/install.sh)", through Homebrew with brew tap iflow-ai/iflow-cli && brew install iflow-cli, or using npm with npm i -g @iflow-ai/iflow-cli. Node.js 22+ is required.
Does iFlow CLI require API keys?+
iFlow CLI offers two authentication methods: native iFlow authentication (recommended, opens web login) or OpenAI-compatible API connection. For native auth, you'll need an iFlow account and can generate an API key from your profile settings if web login isn't available.
Is iFlow CLI free to use?+
Yes, iFlow CLI provides free access to powerful AI models including Kimi K2, Qwen3 Coder, and DeepSeek v3 through the iFlow open platform. However, the service will be shutting down on April 17, 2026 (UTC+8).
Which AI clients or IDEs does iFlow CLI work with?+
iFlow CLI runs primarily as a standalone terminal agent but also offers VS Code and JetBrains plugins for IDE integration. It can also be used in GitHub Actions workflows via the community-maintained iflow-cli-action.
What are the system requirements for running iFlow CLI?+
You need macOS 10.15+, Ubuntu 20.04+/Debian 10+, or Windows 10+ (with WSL or Git for Windows), 4GB+ RAM, Node.js 22+, and an internet connection for authentication and AI processing. It works best in Bash, Zsh, or Fish shells.
How do I install iflow-cli?+
Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. iflow-cli is a agent — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.
Is iflow-cli free?+
iflow-cli is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.