Introduction to Courier Web | Capture & Connect
Courier Web is a lightweight AI sidebar that brings ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, and more directly to your active tab. It allows users to capture text and images from webpages and send them to various platforms like Slack, Notion, X, and more. With its customizable SmartBar, users can tailor their workflow with ease. The product emphasizes user control by allowing the use of personal API keys or running local models via Ollama. It also includes over 20 tools such as YouTube transcription, page analysis, and region capture, making it an ideal tool for students, researchers, and developers.
Courier Web is designed to turn any webpage into an interactive insight engine. It prioritizes speed, modularity, and privacy, ensuring a seamless experience without compromising on security. The product is built for users who spend significant time browsing the web and want to streamline their workflow by turning highlights into actionable insights quickly and efficiently.
Takeaways
- Lightweight AI sidebar with support for multiple AI models
- Customizable SmartBar for capturing and sending content
- User control with personal API keys or local model integration
- Over 20 tools including YouTube transcription and page analysis
- Privacy-first design with fast and modular performance
- Built for students, researchers, and developers
How Courier Web Works
Courier Web operates through a three-step process:
- Capture: Users highlight text or capture an image region on any webpage.
- Choose a prompt: Tap on a predefined template such as summarize, rewrite, or extract action items.
- Send: Select a destination (e.g., ChatGPT, Notion, Slack) and send the content directly without copy/paste loops.
This streamlined workflow makes it easy to turn browsing into productive actions in seconds.
Core Benefits and Applications
| Use Case | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Students | Quickly summarize research or take notes from webpages |
| Researchers | Analyze pages, transcribe videos, and organize findings |
| Developers | Integrate with tools like Notion, Slack, and Google Docs for efficient workflows |
| Content Creators | Turn highlights into posts, messages, or tasks with one tap |
| Teams | Share insights and collaborate seamlessly across platforms |
Courier Web enhances productivity by making web browsing more interactive and actionable.
