Reacher Setup Guide for AI Agents

Guide interactive Reacher setup for secure Claude API, memory, browser, and SSH access.

28|5|Updated Mar 13, 2026
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Skill: Reacher Setup Guide for AI Agents
Source: https://github.com/ouim-me/reacher/tree/main/docs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ouim-me/reacher --skill reacher-setup-guide-for-ai-agents

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you set up Reacher so Claude can securely access your APIs, remember context across conversations, browse with a headless browser, and optionally run SSH commands on machines you control.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API Access with Auth Injection: Configure allowlisted API calls so Claude can use services like GitHub, Linear, or Notion without seeing your secrets.
  • Persistent Knowledge Base: Use the GitHub Gist-backed memory layer to store notes, device maps, and reusable context between sessions.
  • Browser and SSH Automation: Enable browser control through CDP and, when needed, Tailscale-based SSH access for remote administration and automation.
  • Safety and Deployment Guidance: Follow the setup, configuration, deployment, and safety instructions to choose the right path for local use, Claude.ai, or full remote access.
  • Use Case: A user wants Claude to manage GitHub issues, keep a project memory, and later SSH into a server; this Skill walks them through the right setup path and required credentials.

Quick Start

Tell the user to install Reacher, create the required .env values, start the server, and connect it to Claude using the appropriate local or public MCP URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about Reacher Setup Guide for AI Agents

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up Claude with secure SSH access to remote machines?

To set up Claude with secure SSH access, you can configure Reacher using Tailscale and a VPS deployment. This enables Claude to run SSH commands on machines you control through a secure, authenticated connection.

What is the best way to give Claude secure access to my APIs without exposing secrets?

The best way to give Claude secure API access is by configuring allowlisted API calls through Reacher. This injects authentication so Claude can use services like GitHub or Linear without ever seeing your actual secrets.

How do I configure Claude to use a headless browser for automation tasks?

You configure headless browser automation by enabling browser control through CDP in your Reacher setup. This allows Claude to browse and interact with web pages during your local or VPS sessions.

Can I use Reacher with Claude.ai through a public tunnel?

Yes, you can use Reacher with Claude.ai by configuring Cloudflare Tunnel access. This provides a public MCP URL that connects your local Reacher server securely to the Claude.ai environment.

Do I need Node.js and a GitHub token to set up persistent memory for Claude?

Yes, you need Node.js and a GitHub token to set up persistent memory. Reacher uses a GitHub Gist-backed memory layer to store notes, device maps, and reusable context across your conversation sessions.

What are the limitations of using Reacher for local Claude Code versus a full VPS deployment?

Local Claude Code usage is limited to local resources without remote access, whereas a full VPS deployment requires Tailscale and SSH configuration to enable browser automation and remote administration.