Rewindex - Auto-snapshot tool for AI agents. Auto backup, Avoid the mistakes of AI.
LocalAbout Rewindex - Auto-snapshot tool for AI agents. Auto backup, Avoid the mistakes of AI.
Rewindex is a local snapshot and recovery tool for AI-driven code changes. It helps developers audit file history, inspect diffs, and restore uncommitted work through a built-in dashboard or AI chat.
Key features
- 01Automatically captures file changes
- 02Snapshots, rewind, and change history
- 03Diffs and session logs
- 04Milestone flags and changelog export
- 05Audit and restore code in dashboard
Use cases
- 01Review files changed by an AI agent
- 02Trace when a code issue began
- 03Restore uncommitted code changes
MCP support
Rewindex works as an MCP server with AI agents, allowing snapshots to be reviewed and restored from an AI chat.
Configuration
Local server config is the same for every client. Copy it into your client’s MCP config file.
We haven’t collected a package or remote endpoint for this server. Follow the instructions in the project README.
Tools
Local servers expose tools only once running on your machine, and the maintainer has not provided a tool list.
Details
From the project READMERewindex MCP
Rewindex - Reduce the risk of AI breaking your code.
Records what your AI changed before you realize something broke. Audit and recover from your AI chat or the built-in dashboard. Free, runs locally.
- Versioning: snap, rewind, and track every change your AI makes
- Change visibility: view diffs, session logs, and full file history
- Changelog: flag milestones and export as CHANGELOG.md
- Audit code: let your AI review and audit it, or browse it yourself via the built-in dashboard
Works with any AI agent via MCP. Works with Git. Rewind the code that you didn't commit.
Want to understand how Rewindex works in depth? Read Learn Rewindex.
What you get
- Auto backup - every file change is captured automatically. Nothing is ever lost.
- Built-in dashboard - browse snapshots, view diffs, and rewind from the browser or your AI chat. No extra install. No coding required.
- Free to start - free forever. No credit card. Upgrade only when you need more.
- Runs locally - everything stays on your machine. No cloud. No account required.
- Audit code - your AI already knows which file to check. Give it a bug and it traces that file's history to find exactly when it broke.
Try it! Then ask your AI if it likes it.
Quick Start
Supported platforms: macOS, Linux, and Windows (beta).
Requires Python 3.10+.
AI agent setup (recommended)
Paste this into your AI agent's chat. It handles everything including install, MCP setup, and init:
Read https://raw.githubusercontent.com/crsxmd/rewindex/main/AI-SETUP.md and follow the setup instructions.
Manual setup
1. Install
pipx install rewindex # recommended
pip install rewindex # alternative
uv tool install rewindex
2. Add as MCP server — see mcp-register.md for per-agent instructions
Supported agents: Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, Roo Code, Continue, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Codex CLI, OpenCode, Warp, OpenHands, Goose, Augment, Kilo Code, Junie, Hermes, and more
3. Initialize your workspace
rewindex init # interactive — asks for workspace name and folder
Dashboard
rewindex web
Open http://localhost:9009 — browse snapshots, view diffs, rewind files, manage flags and settings. Included in the package, no extra install needed.
Pricing
Free forever. No account required.
Want to upgrade? Check rewindex.org
Documentation
- Learn Rewindex: everything you need to know about Rewindex as a user
- AI Agent Setup: install guide for AI agents with per-agent MCP setup
License
Proprietary. See LICENSE for details.
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