Changelog
April 2026
2-day free trial for new signups
New Starter and Plus subscribers now get a 2-day free trial to try Klaus before being charged.
Cleaner chat messages
Chat history now strips internal gateway metadata and stale tool output, so conversations look cleaner and easier to read.
Updated model list
The available model list has been refreshed with the latest OpenRouter models.
iMessage delivery for scheduled tasks
Fixed an issue where scheduled tasks configured to deliver via iMessage could fail to resolve the correct recipient.
Get Help button in chat
A new Get Help button in the sidebar lets you quickly report issues or request support without leaving the chat.
March 2026
Message reactions and copy in chat
Copy assistant responses and rate messages with thumbs up/down directly in the chat UI.
Tool calls visible in chat history
Chat history now shows what tools Klaus used and their results, so you can see exactly what happened during a conversation.
Streaming markdown rendering
Chat messages now render markdown more smoothly while Klaus is typing, with better formatting for code blocks and lists.
iMessage reliability improvements
Fixed several issues with iMessage delivery including phone number formatting, channel ID conflicts, and cleanup when disabling the integration.
Onboarding flow
New onboarding widget guides you through setting up email, messaging, and ChatGPT connections after signing up.
Slack auto-approve for DMs
Slack connections now auto-approve the installer and default to user-level scopes, making setup faster.
Chat stop button and stream reliability
The stop button now works reliably — stopping a response properly terminates the session and prevents duplicate messages.
Cleaner chat view
Chat history no longer shows internal bootstrap warnings or sub-agent runtime context, keeping the conversation clean.
UI fixes
Fixed the About Us page 404, stale logo caching, link contrast issues, and branding inconsistencies.
Duplicate cancellation emails
Fixed an issue where you could receive multiple cancellation emails from a single subscription change.
Token usage and cost estimates in chat
See token counts and estimated costs for each chat message. Warning badges appear when sessions get large.
iMessage typing indicators and reactions
Klaus now shows typing indicators when composing iMessage replies, and supports emoji reactions and read receipts.
Keyboard shortcut for new chat
Press Cmd+Shift+O to start a new chat session from anywhere in the dashboard.
Slack permission fix
Fixed missing_scope errors that could occur when connecting Slack.
iMessage integration
Chat with Klaus via iMessage. Connect your phone number and Klaus responds to your text messages.
AgentMail webhooks
Klaus can now auto-respond to incoming emails. Enable the webhook on your AgentMail integration and incoming messages are forwarded to your agent.
Scheduled task management
Create, edit, and delete scheduled tasks directly from the dashboard. Configure prompts, models, delivery channels, and schedules without touching config files.
ChatGPT subscription support
Use your ChatGPT Plus or Team subscription to power Klaus with OpenAI models — no separate API key needed.
Automatic instance backups
Your instance's disk is now backed up daily via EBS snapshots, so your data is protected against accidental deletion.
Health checks every 5 minutes
Instance health checks now run every 5 minutes instead of hourly, so problems are detected and fixed much faster.
Auto-approve device pairing
Opening the Klaus dashboard now automatically approves pending device pairing requests, so you don't have to manually approve each one.
Inline chat rename
Rename chat sessions directly in the sidebar by clicking the session title.
Image upload in chat
Upload images to Klaus via the chat page — paste from clipboard or drag and drop.
Outlook Email integration
Connect an Outlook or other IMAP email account so Klaus can send and receive emails.
AgentMail BYOK support
Use your own AgentMail API key instead of the platform-managed one. Manage your key from the AgentMail integration card.
Instance webhooks
Send HTTP requests to your Klaus instance via authenticated webhooks. Useful for connecting external services that need to trigger your agent.
Code blocks and copy buttons in chat
Chat messages now render code blocks with syntax highlighting and a copy button. Assistant messages also have a copy button.
Full-text session search
Search across all your chat session transcripts from the sessions page. Matched terms are highlighted in results.
File explorer and editor
Browse and edit files on your Klaus instance directly from the dashboard.
BYOK usage tracking and alerts
If you use your own OpenRouter key, Klaus now tracks your usage and sends low-credit email alerts — just like with managed credits.
Chat stream reliability
Chat connections now automatically resume if interrupted, and SSE heartbeats keep the connection alive during long-running tasks.
Multiple Google Workspace accounts
Connect more than one Google account to Klaus. Manage all your Google Workspace connections from the integration card.
Memory search
Klaus can now search through past conversation history using semantic embeddings, making it better at recalling previous discussions.
Agent and file management
Create, edit, and delete agents from the web UI. Edit agent files and configuration without needing to SSH into your instance.
Free AI models
Several free OpenRouter models are now available, so you can use Klaus without purchasing credits.
Referral rewards upgrade
Referral rewards now give $15 in credits to both you and the person you referred.
Chat UI improvements
The chat page now shows a streaming cursor while Klaus is typing, preserves your conversation when navigating away, and auto-selects your most recent session.
Browser relay on Chrome Web Store
The Browser Relay extension is now available on the Chrome Web Store for easier installation.
February 2026
Gmail attachment downloads
Fixed an issue where some Gmail attachments couldn't be downloaded due to ephemeral IDs.
New UI, improved chat page
Massively simplified the UI. Improved the chat page so that users never have to leave usebits.com to chat with Klaus.
Session sidebar in chat
Browse and switch between your chat sessions directly from the sidebar on the Klaus chat page.
Cron jobs page
View and run Klaus scheduled jobs from a new Jobs page in the dashboard.
Command palette
Press Cmd-K to quickly navigate anywhere in the dashboard.
Canvas file hosting fix
Fixed an issue where canvas files weren't being served correctly. HTML files created by Klaus should now display properly.
Referral rewards
Invite friends and get free trial days and credits when they sign up.
Skills page
Browse and install skills from the new Klaus Skills page.
Usage stats skill
Ask Klaus how much you've spent on AI usage. Get a breakdown by model, see your remaining credits, and track your spending over time.
Prominent Fix My Instance button
The troubleshooter button is now larger and easier to find when your instance needs attention.
Clearer error messages
Gateway connection failures now show helpful error messages instead of generic errors.
Credits skill
Ask Klaus to check your OpenRouter credit balance with the new credits skill.
Slack feedback notifications
We now get notified in Slack when you submit feedback, so we can respond faster.
Feedback skill
Tell Klaus about bugs or feature requests and they go directly to our team.
Auto-detect timezone
Klaus now automatically uses your timezone for scheduling and time references.
Organization switcher
Switch between organizations from the sidebar dropdown.
Orthogonal integration
Klaus now has built-in access to Orthogonal, a platform that lets AI agents interact with real-world services through verified API integrations. With Orthogonal, Klaus can book restaurants, order food, send flowers, schedule appointments, and interact with hundreds of other services — all without you having to set up individual integrations. Each Klaus instance gets its own provisioned API key automatically. This is a major expansion of what Klaus can do out of the box.
Audio transcription
Klaus can now transcribe audio files using AI-powered speech recognition.
Canvas file path fix
Fixed an issue where canvas files weren't being found in the correct directory.
Unpair devices
You can now unpair devices from your Klaus instance if you no longer want them connected.
Chat persists across pages
Your Klaus web chat conversation now stays open when you navigate to other pages in the dashboard.
Inline Telegram approval
Approve or deny Telegram bot connections directly from the integrations page without a popup.
Klaus health page
New /klaus/health page shows troubleshooter run history and instance health status.
Multiple Slack apps per workspace
Fixed an issue where multiple custom Slack apps in the same Slack workspace could interfere with each other.
Dedicated integrations page
Connect and manage all your Klaus integrations from a new dedicated Integrations page.
Canvas page
View and browse HTML files created by Klaus in the new Canvas page. These files CAN be interactive, but they DO NOT send any data back to Klaus. You must be logged into usebits.com to view them.
Per-agent model selectors
View and configure which model each agent uses for image generation, heartbeat, and subagent tasks within out UI.
Agents page with per-agent model selection
See all your agents, what models they use, and your sessions with them on klausai.com/agents.
Sessions page
View and manage your Klaus conversations from a new Sessions page in the dashboard.
Compaction safeguard mode
Better behavior when switching to a model with a lower context window - compaction still works.
Slack custom apps
Create a custom Slack app with your own icon and name.
Browser Relay Chrome extension
Control Chrome from Klaus with the new Browser Relay extension. Klaus can browse websites, fill forms, and automate tasks in your browser.
Auto-fix email notifications
Get an email when we automatically fix an issue with your Klaus instance.
Changelog
Track what's new in Klaus at klausai.com/changelog.
Chat page in dashboard
Chat with Klaus directly from the dashboard at klausai.com/klaus/chat — an alternative to the built-in OpenClaw chat UI.
Mobile-responsive dashboard
The dashboard sidebar and chat interface now work better on phones and tablets.
Google Workspace integration
Connect your Google account to let Klaus access Calendar, Gmail, and Drive.
Enhanced browser security
Added HSTS headers to enforce secure connections and protect against downgrade attacks.
Low credit email alerts
Get notified by email when your Klaus credits are running low.
Pro tier
Pay $200 a month for a high-performance instance and $100 in credits per month.
Payment history and receipts
View your billing history and download receipts from the billing page.
Auto-refill credits
Your credits now automatically top up when they run low, so Klaus never stops working mid-task.
Self-healing instances
We scan every instance every hour and automatically fix the ones that fail a health check.
Auto-updates
We migrated everyone to the latest version of OpenClaw automatically and updated model configs to include new models.
Browser integration
Klaus can now control a Chromium browser to browse the web, fill out forms, and interact with websites.
Storage usage display
See how much of your instance storage you're using on the Klaus dashboard.
Tailscale VPN integration
SSH into your Klaus instance and expose ports via Tailscale. Access internal services on your private network.
WhatsApp support
Chat with Klaus via WhatsApp. Send messages and get responses directly in your favorite messaging app.
Credit protection on API errors
Fixed an issue where purchased credits could be lost if an external API failed during top-up.
MiniMax M2.5 model
Added MiniMax M2.5 and several new models as a model option for your Klaus instance.
FAQ page
Added a frequently asked questions page covering common questions about Klaus.
Pricing page
Added a dedicated pricing page with subscription tier details.