Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Operum.
General
What is Operum?
Operum is a multi-agent, multi-platform desktop application that orchestrates 6 specialized AI agents to automate development, marketing, and community workflows. Available on macOS, Windows, and Linux, with mobile control coming soon.
What AI engine does Operum use?
Operum currently runs on your Claude Code Max subscription ($100+). You bring your own AI engine — Operum orchestrates the team. More engines (Codex, Copilot, Cursor) are coming soon.
Is my code sent to the cloud?
Agents run locally on your machine. When processing tasks, code context is sent to Claude's API for AI processing, subject to Anthropic's privacy policy. Operum itself does not store your code on our servers.
What platforms are supported?
macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel), Windows 10+, and Linux (Debian/Ubuntu, Fedora/RHEL, Arch via debtap).
Do I need GitHub?
No. GitHub integration is optional. You can use Operum for content, marketing, and community workflows without a repository. For code-related tasks, GitHub is recommended.
Agents
Do I need to start agents manually?
Yes. Click Start on the Agents page to activate each agent. This gives you full control over which agents are active and when.
Can agents work autonomously?
Agents work within defined boundaries. Nothing ships without your approval unless you enable Auto-Approve. For sensitive operations, agents always ask for confirmation.
Can I customize agent behavior?
Yes. Choose the AI model and conversational style for each agent. Add custom instructions for project-specific behavior.
Can I use only some agents?
Yes. Start and stop individual agents as needed. All plans include access to all 6 agents.
Pricing
Is there a free trial?
Yes. New users get a 14-day free trial with access to all 6 agents and 1 project. No credit card required.
What do I need to pay for?
Two things: an Operum subscription (starting at $49/mo) and a Claude Code Max subscription ($100+). Operum orchestrates; Claude Code powers the AI. More engine options are coming soon.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. All subscriptions are month-to-month. Cancel anytime from your account settings.
Technical
Does Operum work offline?
The app launches offline, but agents need internet access for AI processing.
Where is my data stored?
All project data stays on your machine in your team's working directory. Operum doesn't store your code or project data on our servers.
How are updates delivered?
Automatic updates with in-app notifications. Updates are cryptographically signed.