Best for
- Users who want AI agents to perform one-off browser tasks (e.g., via Claude Code, Cursor, etc.)
- Developers building software that automates the web using the Python library for repeatable, scalable tasks
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Browser Use
Official
Make websites accessible for AI agents. Automate tasks online with ease.
GitHub source repository ↗
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Browser Use is an open-source Python library and MCP server that enables AI agents to control a real Chrome browser just like a human: open pages, click buttons, type, fill forms, and extract data. You describe the task, and the agent completes it. It supports various LLM providers and optionally integrates with Browser Use Cloud for large-scale, stealthy execution.
Tools
The tool list has not been reviewed yet.
Setup
Install with pip: pip install browser-use, then launch the MCP server via uvx: uvx browser-use --cli-mcp. Alternatively, follow the quickstart prompt in the README to let your agent auto-install and register the skill.
Fit and risk
Not for
- Scenarios not requiring browser automation or simple API calls
- Simple tasks where cost sensitivity is high and background browser services are unnecessary
Required permissions
- Access to local Chrome browser process
- Read and manipulate web page content (forms, buttons, data)
- Potential read access to local files (e.g., configuration)
- Network access to load web pages and call LLM APIs
Risks and side effects
- May perform unintended web actions (e.g., submitting forms, purchasing items)
- Requires LLM API keys, which may incur costs
- Automated browsing can be detected by websites and lead to IP bans
- Handling sensitive data (like login credentials) requires privacy consideration
Troubleshooting
- Ensure Python version >= 3.11
- Check that LLM API keys are installed and configured correctly (e.g., BROWSER_USE_API_KEY)
- Verify Chrome browser is installed and executable
- Inspect browser console or logs for error messages
- For CAPTCHA or anti-bot issues, consider using Browser Use Cloud
Use cases
Fill in a job application with resume and information
Extract structured data about followers and export as CSV
QA test a local website and report bugs, usability issues, and visual inconsistencies
Supported clients
Supported clients have not been confirmed yet.