Deskmate FAQs

Question 1

Is Deskmate secure for remote Mac control?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Deskmate prioritizes security by only responding to your specific Telegram User ID. It doesn't expose open ports, logs all actions for auditing, and runs as a background service. Critical operations can be configured for approval via Telegram.

Question 2

How do I interact with Deskmate?

Accepted Answer

You can interact with Deskmate through a secure Telegram bot using natural language commands, or by integrating it as an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server with clients like Claude Desktop for advanced AI-driven control.

Question 3

What kind of tasks can Deskmate automate?

Accepted Answer

Deskmate can handle a wide range of tasks including system management (e.g., processes, disk usage), file operations (read, write, list), development commands (e.g., git status, run tests), troubleshooting, and even visual tasks like taking screenshots.

Question 4

What is Deskmate and what does it do?

Accepted Answer

Deskmate is a macOS tool enabling remote management and automation of your Mac using natural language. It lets you control your system, files, and applications from anywhere via an AI agent, powered by Claude.

Question 5

What are the requirements to use Deskmate?

Accepted Answer

You need a macOS device (Ventura/Sonoma), Node.js 18+, the Claude Code CLI, a Telegram account, and an Anthropic API key. Specific macOS privacy and security permissions (e.g., Screen Recording, Accessibility) will also be requested during installation.

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