Product reference
Questions about Termy, answered.
Local AI, SSH configuration, host backups, plan limits, and how Termy handles your data.
What is Termy?
Termy is a native Swift SSH client and DevOps workspace for macOS. It brings local and remote terminals, SFTP, containers, data services, automation and on-device AI into one application.
Which macOS version does Termy require?
The current Termy download requires macOS 26 or later. Earlier macOS releases are not supported.
Is there a permanent free plan?
Yes. Free includes up to five hosts, five SSH keys, native SSH and SFTP, basic Host X-ray and one direct data-service connection.
What does Termy Pro add?
Pro adds unlimited hosts and SSH keys, full Host X-ray, multi-host Broadcast, Pipelines and Playbooks, container and data-service integrations, session replay, activity history and optional iCloud sync on up to three devices.
Does Termy support SSH agents and 1Password?
Yes. Termy can use an external SSH agent. The supported 1Password SSH Agent integration reads public identities and delegates signing without copying private keys.
Does Termy execute ProxyCommand?
No. ProxyCommand routes are rejected. Termy supports linked OpenSSH aliases and multi-hop or nested ProxyJump routes; Match and ProxyCommand commands are never executed.
Does Termy run standard Ansible playbooks?
Termy implements a documented subset of Ansible-compatible YAML through its own SSH engine. It does not embed ansible-playbook, and unsupported behavior blocks the run during preflight.
Where do my credentials and server data go?
Keys and passwords stay in Keychain or with your external SSH agent. Commands, terminal output, server addresses and incident evidence are not sent for analytics. iCloud sync and measurement are opt-in. Account and billing information is described separately in the Privacy Policy.
How do I get the current release?
Use the download links on the official termyapp.com website or its Releases page. Public Mac downloads are hosted on dl.termyapp.com.
How do I contact Termy support?
Email support@termyapp.com. The official website also links to the Termy Discord community and the product’s release and compatibility documentation.
Can I use AI without a cloud AI service?
Yes. Download a local model in Settings → Intelligence and run it on your Mac without a separate AI server. Command generation, snippets, explanations and diagnostics use your selected model. Settings shows download sizes and memory guidance to help you choose. Apple Intelligence remains an alternative when available; the companion has separate model settings.
Do I need to replace my SSH config?
No. Link a host to an alias in your default ~/.ssh/config. Termy refreshes HostName, User, Port, Include and ProxyJump before each new connection and reconnect. Manually configured hosts stay independent, and authentication still uses your saved credentials or SSH agent.
Can I back up my hosts without iCloud?
Yes. Export a portable JSON backup from the Hosts menu and import it on another Mac. Passwords are never exported. Software SSH keys are optional, off by default, and encrypted with your chosen backup passphrase. Secure Enclave, FIDO2 and PIV private keys remain on their hardware.
What is the desktop companion?
An optional character that reacts while you work. Choose from five companions, move it, mute its comments or hide it. Companion Intelligence is a beta feature with local conversation and optional local context; its memory can be cleared in settings.