Trae : ByteDance's AI-native IDE that turns plain-language requests into runnable applications.

Trae is the AI code editor from ByteDance, maker of TikTok, aimed at developers who would otherwise reach for Cursor. Describe a feature in plain English and the tool writes the code.

Code autocomplete and in-editor chat sit alongside a Builder mode that scaffolds a full project from a text request, while multimodal input accepts a screenshot of the look you want. The desktop IDE runs on macOS and Windows.

Outside China, users sign in through trae.ai, where the English edition targets them directly; a separate build serves the mainland, so available features can differ by region.

Does Trae send my code to ByteDance servers?

Trae sends code context to ByteDance's cloud for AI processing. ByteDance states that code data is encrypted and not used for model training. For sensitive projects, consider the privacy implications of using a Chinese company's IDE.

How does Trae compare to Cursor?

Trae offers similar AI-assisted coding features: inline code suggestions, chat-based refactoring, and multi-file editing. It is free while Cursor charges a subscription. Trae's AI may have better support for Chinese-language comments and documentation.

Can I use Trae from the US?

Trae (ByteDance's AI-native IDE) is accessible at trae.ai globally. It supports English, Chinese, and multiple programming languages. No Chinese phone number is required. It is designed to compete directly with Cursor and GitHub Copilot.