Anthropic is expanding access to Claude Cowork, its AI-powered productivity tool, to mobile and web platforms. The update allows users to start a task on their desktop, receive status updates on their phone, and resume work later, even if their laptop is closed. This marks a significant step in making Claude Cowork more accessible beyond the desktop environment.

Claude Cowork was initially launched as a desktop application in January, but the new version is now available on both web and mobile platforms. The feature is currently limited to Max subscribers, who have access to the most advanced capabilities of Anthropic’s AI models. This expansion is expected to improve user workflow by enabling seamless task management across devices.

The update includes several key features, including the ability to start a task from the desktop, check progress on the phone, and retrieve completed outputs later. For example, users can set a task for 6 a.m. on Monday, and Claude will work through email threads, transcripts, and recent news to build a briefing document and draft follow-up emails. This functionality is designed to streamline knowledge work and reduce manual effort.

The expansion of Claude Cowork to mobile and web platforms may influence user adoption and engagement with Anthropic’s AI tools. As the feature becomes more widely available, it could affect market competition, particularly with other AI-powered productivity tools. Users may also consider the cost and potential vendor lock-in associated with relying on Anthropic’s platform for task management.

While the feature is still in its early stages, the expansion of Claude Cowork to mobile and web platforms highlights Anthropic’s focus on improving user experience and accessibility. The company continues to refine the tool based on user feedback, with further updates expected in the coming weeks.