Description
BrowserBash is a free, open-source command-line interface (CLI) designed to automate browser tasks using plain English commands. It allows users to describe their objectives in simple language, which an AI agent then translates into real browser actions. This innovative approach eliminates the need for complex coding, CSS selectors, or XPath, making browser automation accessible to everyone, regardless of technical expertise.
The CLI operates on free local models, such as Ollama and OpenRouter, requiring no API keys or credit cards. This local-first design ensures that users maintain control over their data, as objectives, web pages visited, and recordings are processed entirely on their machines. The only outbound calls are made directly to the AI model chosen by the user, ensuring privacy and security.
BrowserBash is built for testers and developers who want to streamline their automation processes. It supports various browsers and cloud providers, including local Chrome, LambdaTest, BrowserStack, and Browserbase. Users can create Markdown test files, utilize variable templating, and employ secret masking to protect sensitive information. The CLI also features a monitoring mode that alerts users to pass/fail changes, making it suitable for production checks.
With its focus on ease of use and flexibility, BrowserBash is ideal for teams looking to integrate browser automation into their CI/CD pipelines. The tool is actively maintained and continuously updated, ensuring that users have access to the latest features and improvements. Whether you are a seasoned tester or a newcomer to automation, BrowserBash provides a powerful solution for efficient browser testing and validation.
BrowserBash's Core Features
Free and open-source
Plain-English automation
Local-first design
No API keys required
Supports multiple browsers
Markdown test files
Variable templating
Secret masking
Monitoring and alerts
Cost estimation per run
Session recording
Cloud dashboard option
CI exit codes
Deterministic assertions
How to use BrowserBash?
Install the CLI: Use npm install -g browserbash-cli to install BrowserBash.
Run with a free model: Execute the CLI with a local Ollama or OpenRouter model.
Create a test: Describe your objective in plain English and save it as a Markdown file.
Execute the test: Run your test file to automate the browser actions.
Monitor results: Use the monitoring feature to receive alerts on pass/fail changes.
Record sessions: Add the --record flag to capture video and screenshots of your runs.
Review results: Access your local dashboard to browse run history and recordings.
Upload runs: Optionally link your CLI to the cloud for extended run history.
BrowserBash's Use Cases
- End-to-end testing
- Regression testing
- Continuous integration
- Cross-browser testing
- Monitoring web applications
