What is Cortex Setup for Claude Code?

It is a specialized skill used to initialize the Cortex plugin, which provides Claude Code with a persistent local memory system for better long-term context and session management.

Does Cortex send my memory data to the cloud?

No, Cortex follows a zero-cloud philosophy. All persistent session data, backups, and memory are stored locally on your machine for maximum privacy.

Do I need to restart Claude Code after running the setup?

Yes, once the setup wizard completes, you must restart Claude Code to fully enable the persistent memory tools.

Which configuration preset should I choose?

Full Automation is recommended for most users as it saves context seamlessly every 5% and provides clear visual notifications.

Can I change my memory preferences after the initial setup?

Yes, you can re-run the cortex-setup skill at any time to switch between Full Automation, Balanced, and Silent modes.

Cortex Memory Setup

Name: Cortex Memory Setup
Author: hjertefolger

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Productivity & Workflow

Initializes and configures persistent local memory to enable cross-session recall and extended context for Claude Code.

Cortex Setup is the essential initialization tool for the Cortex plugin, bringing persistent local memory to your Claude Code environment. It automates the creation of local databases and directories, allowing Claude to retain information across different terminal sessions without relying on cloud storage. By guiding users through customized configuration presets—ranging from full automation to manual control—this skill ensures that your coding assistant maintains state, tracks progress, and remembers context across long-term development projects while maintaining a zero-cloud privacy profile.

Key Features

01Customizable backup frequency and notification levels

02Automated local database and directory initialization

03167 GitHub stars

04Interactive configuration presets for memory management

05Cross-session context retention and recall

06Privacy-focused zero-cloud local storage architecture

Use Cases

01Initializing persistent memory for long-term software development projects

02Setting up cross-session recall for complex, multi-day coding tasks

03Configuring automated context backups to prevent information loss during long sessions

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add hjertefolger/cortex cortex-setup

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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