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hookify

Create Claude Code hooks from markdown rule files or from conversation patterns, no hooks.json editing.

Author
Anthropic
Works with
Claude Code
License
Apache-2.0
Documented
Oct 2, 2026

What hookify is

/hookify turns an instruction or recent corrections into .claude/hookify.*.local.md rules with regex patterns and messages; takes effect on next tool use.

What it does

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Where hookify runs and what it adds, from its documentation
  • Creates rules from explicit instructions
  • Analyzes conversation for unwanted behaviours
  • Uses markdown with YAML frontmatter and regex
  • /hookify:list and configure helpers; no restart needed

When to use it

Good fit

  • Blocking or warning on patterns like rm -rf or console.log

Not for

  • Complex hook logic needing custom code

How to install hookify

You need: Claude Code

  1. Marketplace ships enabled by default in Claude Code; or browse via /plugin > Discover
  2. Install: /plugin install hookify@claude-plugins-official
  3. Run the plugin's commands/agents as described in its README
  4. Trust check: Anthropic warns to trust a plugin before installing, as it cannot verify included MCP servers, files or software

Permissions and security

What it can access

  • Runs inside Claude Code; commands, agents and hooks use Claude Code's tool permissions (see plugin README for specifics)

Security notes from the maintainers

  • Marketplace README: make sure you trust a plugin before installing, updating, or using it

Review the source before granting an agent access to credentials or production systems. We document what the maintainers state; we do not audit code.

Tools it extends

Frequently asked questions

How do I install the hookify plugin?

Run /plugin install hookify@claude-plugins-official in Claude Code. source

Is the hookify plugin made by Anthropic?

Yes, it is listed under /plugins (internal plugins developed by Anthropic) in the claude-plugins-official repo. source

What does the hookify plugin add to Claude Code?

Create Claude Code hooks from markdown rule files or from conversation patterns, no hooks.json editing. source

Related guides

Sources and gaps

Not stated by the maintainers: last_release (not read); limitations not stated in README.

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