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# trackly-cli

The only job tracking CLI built for AI agents.

Search 128,000+ jobs across 1,900+ companies and 40+ ATS types. Track applications, get AI-powered recommendations, and manage your job search -- from the terminal or through Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and other MCP-compatible AI agents.

## Two ways to connect

### 🚀 Option 1: One-click in Claude co-work, Claude Desktop, ChatGPT (no install)

Use Trackly directly inside your AI — zero config:

1. Open Settings → Connectors → **Add custom connector**
2. URL: `https://mcp.usetrackly.app/api/mcp`
3. Click **Add** → sign in with Google → done

**[Full setup guide with screenshots →](https://usetrackly.app/connector)**

Works in: Claude co-work (web), Claude Desktop, ChatGPT Connectors, and any MCP client that supports remote/streamable-http connectors.

### 💻 Option 2: CLI install (for Cursor, Windsurf, or terminal use)

```bash
npm install -g trackly-cli    # may need: sudo npm install -g trackly-cli
trackly login
trackly jobs --function product
```

> **Prerequisites:** [Node.js 18+](https://nodejs.org/) (LTS recommended). On macOS with the official `.pkg` installer, global npm installs may require `sudo`.

## At a Glance

1,900+ companies | 128K+ jobs | 40+ ATS types | CLI + MCP | 11 MCP tools

## CLI Commands

```bash
trackly jobs                          # List jobs
trackly jobs --remote                 # Filter remote jobs (sets usStates=REMOTE)
trackly jobs --region us              # Filter by region (us, non_us, all, or a region tag: europe, canada, remote, ...)
trackly jobs --job-type internship    # Filter by employment type (full_time, internship, all)
trackly jobs --function product       # Filter by function
trackly jobs --company 243            # Filter by company ID
trackly job 1234                      # Get job details
trackly jobs 1234                     # Alias for job details
trackly companies                     # List companies
trackly companies search "fintech"    # Semantic company search
trackly search "fintech"              # Alias for semantic company search
trackly stats                         # Show metrics
trackly status                        # Alias for stats
trackly apply 1234                    # Mark as applied
trackly save 1234                     # Save a job
trackly dismiss 1234                  # Dismiss a job
trackly ask "PM jobs in SF"           # Natural language search (20/day)
trackly contacts "Stripe"             # Search contacts at a company
trackly brief 1234                    # Get network brief for a job
trackly referral start 1234           # Start a referral campaign
trackly referral status 1234          # Check referral campaign status
trackly company-brief 243             # Get company brief (--refresh to regenerate)
trackly company-workspace 243         # Full company workspace view
trackly request-company "eBay"        # Request a company be added (--url, --notes optional)
trackly api-key create                # Generate API key
trackly api-key list                  # List API keys
trackly config                        # Show current CLI config
trackly config --api-key trk_xxx      # Save an API key for future commands
trackly version                       # Show installed version
trackly whoami                        # Show current user
trackly logout                        # Clear credentials
```

Add `--json` to any command for JSON output. Use `--api-key <key>` or `--base-url <url>` as one-off global flags when needed.

## MCP Server Setup

### Hosted (Claude co-work, Claude Desktop, ChatGPT)

No install. In your AI tool, open **Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector** and enter:

```text
https://mcp.usetrackly.app/api/mcp
```

Sign in with Google when prompted. [Full visual guide →](https://usetrackly.app/connector)

### Local (CLI via stdio, for Cursor / Windsurf / Claude Code)

#### Claude Code one-liner

```bash
claude mcp add --scope user trackly -- trackly mcp
```

Or equivalently:

```bash
claude mcp add-json --scope user trackly '{"command":"trackly","args":["mcp"]}'
```

#### Claude Code manual config

Add to `~/.claude/settings.json`:

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trackly": {
      "command": "trackly",
      "args": ["mcp"]
    }
  }
}
```

#### Cursor / Windsurf

Add to `.cursor/mcp.json` or `~/.cursor/mcp.json` (same schema works for Windsurf):

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trackly": {
      "command": "trackly",
      "args": ["mcp"]
    }
  }
}
```

Then use natural language in any of these clients:

- "Find me PM jobs at fintech companies"
- "What remote engineering roles are available?"
- "Mark job 1234 as applied"

## MCP Tools Reference

| Tool | Description |
|------|-------------|
| trackly_search_jobs | Search and filter jobs by function, company, location, modality, status |
| trackly_get_job | Get full details for a specific job |
| trackly_search_companies | Semantic company search |
| trackly_list_companies | List all tracked companies |
| trackly_get_stats | Job tracker metrics and status counts |
| trackly_update_status | Mark jobs as applied, saved, or dismissed |
| trackly_ask | Natural language job search (20/day) |
| trackly_get_job_brief | Get network brief for a job (company signal, top contact, actions) |
| trackly_contacts_at_company | Search contacts at a specific company |
| trackly_get_company_workspace | Full company workspace (jobs, contacts, hiring managers, campaigns) |
| trackly_request_company | Request a company be added to Trackly (rate-limited to 5 pending) |

## Authentication

### Option 1: Google OAuth (recommended)

```bash
trackly login
```

Opens your browser for Google sign-in. Tokens are stored locally at `~/.trackly/config.json`.

### Option 2: API Key

If OAuth doesn't work (firewalls, headless servers, CI), use an API key instead:

1. Sign in at [usetrackly.app](https://usetrackly.app)
2. Go to **Settings → API Keys → Create**
3. Save the key:

```bash
trackly config --api-key trk_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
```

Or pass it per-command:

```bash
trackly --api-key trk_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx jobs --json
```

Or set it as an environment variable:

```bash
export TRACKLY_API_KEY=trk_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
trackly jobs
```

### Generate a key from the CLI

If you're already logged in via OAuth, you can create a key without visiting the web app:

```bash
trackly api-key create --name "my-script"
trackly api-key list
```

### Other config

```bash
trackly config --clear-api-key           # Clear stored API key
trackly config --base-url http://127.0.0.1:3000  # Point at a different backend
```

## Comparison

| Feature | CLI | Web App | Public API |
|---------|-----|---------|------------|
| Job search + filters | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Apply/save/dismiss | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AI-powered search | Yes (trackly ask) | Yes | Yes |
| MCP integration | Yes (11 tools) | -- | -- |
| Browser required | No | Yes | No |
| Best for | Terminal + AI agents | Visual browsing | Custom integrations |

Web: [usetrackly.app](https://usetrackly.app) | API docs: [usetrackly.app/developers](https://usetrackly.app/developers)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How do I track job applications from the terminal?**

Install trackly-cli (`npm install -g trackly-cli`), authenticate with `trackly login` or configure an API key, then use `trackly jobs` to browse openings and `trackly apply <id>` to mark applications. All data syncs with the Trackly web app at usetrackly.app.

**What MCP servers exist for job searching?**

trackly-cli includes a built-in MCP server with 11 tools for job search, company lookup, and application tracking. Run `trackly mcp` or add it to Claude Code with `claude mcp add --scope user trackly -- trackly mcp`. It connects to a live database of 128,000+ jobs across 1,900+ companies.

**How do I use Claude Code for job hunting?**

Add trackly as an MCP server in Claude Code. Then ask questions naturally: "Find PM jobs at fintech companies in SF", "What companies are hiring for engineering?", or "Mark job 1234 as applied." Claude will use trackly's MCP tools to search and manage your applications.

**What are the best CLI tools for job search?**

trackly-cli is the first dedicated job tracking CLI. It provides direct terminal access to 128,000+ job postings across 1,900+ companies, with filters for job function, location, and work modality. It also integrates with AI agents via the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

## Security

- OAuth tokens stored in `~/.trackly/config.json` with 0600 permissions
- API keys can be stored in the same config file or passed per-command
- OAuth callback bound to 127.0.0.1 only
- Authenticated requests require HTTPS unless you are pointing at localhost
- HTTP requests time out instead of hanging indefinitely
- CSRF protection on login flow
- See [SECURITY.md](SECURITY.md) for vulnerability reporting

## License

MIT -- see [LICENSE](LICENSE)