CLI Reference

CLI Reference

Use Buildify directly from your terminal. Generate apps, check status, and manage credits — all without opening the browser.

Installation

npm install -g buildify-cli

Authentication

Generate an API key from Settings → API Keys in the sidebar, then run:

buildify login <your-api-key>

Commands

buildify create "your app idea"

Generate a new app from a prompt. Returns a live preview URL once ready.

buildify continue <chatId> "make it dark mode"

Send a follow-up instruction to an existing app.

buildify status <chatId>

Check the generation status of an app.

buildify credits

View your remaining credits and subscription status.

Example Workflow

# 1. Install

npm install -g buildify-cli

# 2. Login

buildify login bfy_xxxxxxxxxxxx

# 3. Create an app

buildify create "todo app with dark mode"

# 4. Iterate

buildify continue <chatId> "add due dates"