Mac workspace
Free
Ongoing free; provider/server charges separate
- Included scope
- Persistent panes; agent monitor; MCP browser review
Shepherd Terminal
● Identity checkedPersistent coding-agent terminal workspace · Official-source review 2026-10-09
Shepherd groups coding-agent terminals into persistent Mac workspaces, tabs and split panes. An agent monitor tracks working or waiting sessions, while browser review and MCP tools support inspectable local development handoffs.
- Category
- Persistent coding-agent terminal workspace
- Free access
- The Mac workspace is explicitly free to use. Connected coding-agent subscriptions, API usage and cloud machines are separately billed.
- API access
- MCP skills support pane creation/input/logs and browser review; SSH connects remote workspaces.
Is Shepherd Terminal right for you?
A good fit for
Relevant to Mac developers reviewing several Codex or Claude Code sessions without losing terminal state when the window closes.
Before you choose
Apple Silicon Mac download is listed; exact macOS floor was not established. iPhone/iPad continuity and Live Activities are advertised, but mobile pricing and account/relay requirements were not reviewed. The Shepherd service keeping sessions alive does not guarantee work survives sleep, power loss or provider limits. Browser element comments carry selectors/text/positions to agents; inspect sensitive page data. Enterprise is an inquiry, not a confirmed tier feature set. No terminal controls or SSH sessions were tested.
Workflow and handoff
Run a harmless local fixture session, verify pane recovery and review comments and inspect permissions before granting agents neighboring terminal control.
Pricing and practical limits
Apple Silicon Mac download is listed; exact macOS floor was not established. iPhone/iPad continuity and Live Activities are advertised, but mobile pricing and account/relay requirements were not reviewed. The Shepherd service keeping sessions alive does not guarantee work survives sleep, power loss or provider limits. Browser element comments carry selectors/text/positions to agents; inspect sensitive page data. Enterprise is an inquiry, not a confirmed tier feature set. No terminal controls or SSH sessions were tested.
Review method
Official product evidence reviewed on 2026-10-09; product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Application performance, security claims and plan enforcement were not independently tested.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product workflow | Shepherd groups coding-agent terminals into persistent Mac workspaces, tabs and split panes. An agent monitor tracks working or waiting sessions, while browser review and MCP tools support inspectable local development handoffs. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | Apple Silicon Mac download is listed; exact macOS floor was not established. iPhone/iPad continuity and Live Activities are advertised, but mobile pricing and account/relay requirements were not reviewed. The Shepherd service keeping sessions alive does not guarantee work survives sleep, power loss or provider limits. Browser element comments carry selectors/text/positions to agents; inspect sensitive page data. Enterprise is an inquiry, not a confirmed tier feature set. No terminal controls or SSH sessions were tested. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
Shepherd Terminal pricing & plans
Enterprise inquiry
Not listed
Scoped inquiry; fees undisclosed
- Included scope
- Organizational workflow discussion
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Was the application hands-on tested?
No. This listing is based on dated official-source evidence and a visual artwork check. Unconfirmed costs and restrictions are identified explicitly.
What is Shepherd Terminal used for?
Shepherd groups coding-agent terminals into persistent Mac workspaces, tabs and split panes. An agent monitor tracks working or waiting sessions, while browser review and MCP tools support inspectable local development handoffs.
Does Shepherd Terminal have a free plan?
The Mac workspace is explicitly free to use. Connected coding-agent subscriptions, API usage and cloud machines are separately billed.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Shepherd Terminal cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Shepherd Terminal through an API?
MCP skills support pane creation/input/logs and browser review; SSH connects remote workspaces.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Apple Silicon Mac download is listed; exact macOS floor was not established. iPhone/iPad continuity and Live Activities are advertised, but mobile pricing and account/relay requirements were not reviewed. The Shepherd service keeping sessions alive does not guarantee work survives sleep, power loss or provider limits. Browser element comments carry selectors/text/positions to agents; inspect sensitive page data. Enterprise is an inquiry, not a confirmed tier feature set. No terminal controls or SSH sessions were tested.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
How this profile is supported
Official product information
Current official product source read individually; product artwork inspected visually.
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