Open source desktop app for Gemini CLI

Run Google's Gemini CLI on your machine with full workspace context and real-time diff preview.

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Padu desktop app with coding agents, a conversation, and a code diff open side by side

Architecture

A native runtime built for developer control.

Padu runs directly on your hardware. The desktop client renders natively with GPUI, communicating with a lightweight background daemon that supervises your local agent CLIs.

gpui / rust

GPU-accelerated native rendering

Built on GPUI—the high-performance GPU UI framework developed for Zed. No Electron, no DOM overhead, and direct rendering to Metal, Vulkan, and DirectX at native refresh rates.

  • Sub-millisecond turn updates under massive streaming token volume
  • Direct Metal/Vulkan draw calls without browser engine reflow
  • Virtualized list rendering handling 100k+ line session transcripts
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GPUI Rendering Architecture
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Ecosystem

Every device. Every screen.

Connect seamlessly to your active workspace from your iPad, iPhone, Android, or modern web browser with zero feature loss.

iPad & Tablets

Split-screen workspace & diff review

Expansive multi-column view with live transcript streaming, file tree navigation, and touch-optimized side-by-side diff inspection.

iPad & Tablet Split-screen Preview
iPhone & iOS

Prompt steering in your pocket

Steer running agents, queue follow-ups, and review changes on the go.

iPhone Companion App Preview
Android

Native companion app

Direct daemon connectivity over local Wi-Fi, VPN, or private tailnets.

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Web & PWA

Progressive Web App at app.padu.dev

Zero install required. Connect to any local or remote daemon from any modern browser with full real-time WebSocket communication.

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Integrations

Direct drivers for your local agents.

Padu communicates with your locally installed CLIs via native structured protocols. Switch between agents while preserving workspace state.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Everything you need to know about Padu's architecture, privacy, and agent support.

What is Padu?
Padu is a high-performance, native desktop and web workspace for orchestrating local AI coding agents. Built in Rust with GPUI (the GPU-accelerated UI engine behind Zed), Padu keeps all your projects, sessions, transcripts, and credentials strictly on your machine.
Is Padu free and open source?
Yes. Padu is 100% free and open source, licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0). You bring your own API credentials or subscriptions for the agent providers you choose to run.
Does my code or data leave my machine?
No. Padu is strictly local-first. It never transmits your source code, prompts, files, or agent transcripts to external servers, and includes zero telemetry or analytics tracking. Agents communicate directly with their provider APIs using the credentials on your computer.
What AI coding agents does Padu support?
Padu supports leading coding agents with native direct drivers and ACP (Agent Client Protocol) integrations: Claude Code, OpenAI Codex CLI, OpenCode, Pi Agent, Amp, DeepSeek, Cursor CLI, Fx, Grok Build, Kimi Code, GitHub Copilot, Google Gemini CLI, Cline, Goose, and Mistral Vibe. See the full catalog on the supported agents page.
How does Padu integrate with coding agents?
Padu communicates directly with your locally installed agent CLIs via native structured protocols and process lifecycles. It does not intercept tokens or alter agent behavior—it provides a unified native UI for streaming live transcripts, switching models, inspecting unified diffs, and queueing follow-up prompts.
How do Git worktrees and checkpoints work?
When launching a task, Padu can run the agent inside an isolated Git worktree so it operates on a separate branch without modifying your active working directory. Padu also tracks turn-by-turn Git checkpoints, enabling 1-click diff reviews and exact state rewinds. Read the worktrees documentation.
What platforms and operating systems are supported?
Padu provides native desktop releases for macOS (Apple Silicon & Intel), Linux (Wayland & X11), and Windows (x86_64), alongside a web client and companion mobile apps.
Can I steer or queue prompts while an agent is actively working?
Yes. Padu supports live message queueing and steering, allowing you to append new instructions, additional context, or corrections while an agent is executing a turn.
Do I need a separate account or cloud service to use Padu?
No. Padu requires no cloud accounts, logins, or remote subscription fees. The desktop app manages its local daemon automatically on loopback, and you can run the daemon headless on remote servers or cloud VMs using the CLI.