OpenAI · Codex

Connect Codex CLI

Grant read access to your ~/.codex folder. Your data stays on your device — nothing is uploaded.

Can't see the folder? It's hidden.

macOS — in the picker, press ⌘ ⇧ . to reveal hidden folders.

Windows — in the picker's address bar, type the full path: %USERPROFILE%\.codex and press Enter.

A folder picker will appear. Navigate to your home directory and select the .codex folder.