GoKawiilClaude is an artificial intelligence, trained by Anthropic using Constitutional AI to be safe, accurate, and secure - the trusted assistant for you to do your best work. You can use Claude for your own personal use or create a Team account to collaborate with your teammates.
The desktop app provides access to Claude's writing, analysis, and coding capabilities in a native interface, with support for file uploads, longer context handling, and cross-platform consistency, making it easier to work with the assistant outside the browser.
Do I need a paid plan to use the desktop or mobile apps?
No, apps for Claude AI are available to all plan types including free and paid (Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise).
What's the difference between the desktop app and using Claude in my browser?
The desktop app is always accessible from your dock and includes quick entry for instant access from anywhere in your system. You also get desktop extensions to connect Claude with your local tools and files.
Can I use the same account across desktop, web, and mobile?
Yes. Your conversations, projects, memory, and preferences sync across all devices when you're signed in.
How do I connect Claude to my tools?
Connectors allow Claude to work with tools like your apps and databases. Web-based connectors like Google Drive and Slack work wherever you're using Claude - web, desktop, or mobile. On mobile, Claude can also connect to device-specific apps like Maps and iMessage. The desktop app also supports desktop extensions, which are locally installed and provide access to your local file systems, browsers, and native applications.
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