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Chert vs msitarzewski/agency-agents
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| Overview | |||
| Description | Y Combinator-backed, OpenAI-backed iMessage API infrastructure for AI agents and business messaging at scale. | Open-source AI agency toolkit with 70+ specialized agent personas across engineering, design, marketing, sales, and more. Features ready-to-use agent personalities, workflow templates, and multi-tool support for Claude Code, Cursor, Aider and other AI dev tools. | |
| Category | |||
| Developer | Chert Technologies Inc. | msitarzewski | |
| Verified Status | No | No | |
| Last Updated | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | |
| Pricing | |||
| Pricing Model | Contact | Free | |
| Free Plan | No | Yes | |
| Free Trial | No | — | |
| Open Source | No | No | |
| Capabilities | |||
| API Access | No | — | |
| Features | • Native blue-bubble iMessage delivery from verified numbers • Two-way messaging with full conversation context • Automatic SMS/RCS fallback when iMessage unavailable • Salesforce, HubSpot, and Slack integration via API • Typing indicators, reactions, and reply context • Backed by Y Combinator and OpenAI | • Library of specialized AI agent personas (not generic prompt templates) for tools like Claude Code and Cursor • Native desktop app (macOS/Linux/Windows) browses and installs agents with one click • Auto-updates installed agents through the desktop app • Compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, Gemini CLI, OpenCode, Qwen, and Osaurus • Alternative install paths via Homebrew or a command-line script • Originated from a Reddit thread, grown through community contributions | |
| Tags | imessage-apiai-agentsbusiness-messagingy-combinatorcustomer-engagement | agencyagentmsitarzewskiagentsopensource | |
| Trust and Engagement | |||
| Review Count | 0 | 0 | |
| Saves | 0 | 0 | |
| Views | 8 | 60 | |
| Quality Score | 29/100 | 70/100 | |
| Website Status | Online | Online | |
| Availability | |||
| Website | www.trychert.com | github.com | |
| Social Links | 3 linked | 1 linked | |
| Screenshots | No | Yes | |
| Reviews | |||
| Pros | — | • Free to use | |
| Cons | • Pricing isn't publicly listed | — | |
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