Bybit Mcp Full
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A comprehensive Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides full access to Bybit's v5 API. This server enables AI assistants to fetch real-time market data, execute trading operations, manage positions, and access account information from the Bybit cryptocurrency exchange.
Overview
What is Bybit Mcp Full?
Bybit Mcp Full is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides a comprehensive interface to the Bybit cryptocurrency exchange API. It offers market data tools that are always available and optional trading and position management tools that can be enabled by configuration. It is designed for developers and traders using MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop and VS Code.
How to use Bybit Mcp Full?
Install via Smithery, uvx, uv, pip, or Docker. Set the required environment variables BYBIT_API_KEY and BYBIT_API_SECRET. Optionally set BYBIT_TESTNET for testnet usage and BYBIT_TRADING_ENABLED to enable trading tools. Configure the server in your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop settings or VS Code settings) and restart the client. The server then exposes tools based on your configuration.
Key features of Bybit Mcp Full
- Always-available market data tools (tickers, order book, klines)
- Trading tools enabled via BYBIT_TRADING_ENABLED=true
- Batch order operations (place, amend, cancel multiple orders)
- Wallet and account balance queries
- Position management and leverage settings
- Testnet mode for safe, paper trading
Use cases of Bybit Mcp Full
- Check real-time wallet balances and account information
- Retrieve market data such as order book depth, recent trades, and candlesticks
- Place, amend, and cancel orders programmatically through an MCP client
- Manage open positions, set stop loss, and adjust leverage
- Test trading strategies risk-free on the Bybit testnet
FAQ from Bybit Mcp Full
What are the prerequisites for running the server?
Python 3.13 or higher and the uv package manager are required. Docker is also supported.
How do I enable trading tools?
Set the environment variable BYBIT_TRADING_ENABLED=true. Trading tools are hidden by default when this is set to false.
Can I test the server without using real funds?
Yes, set BYBIT_TESTNET=true to use Bybit’s testnet environment, which uses fake money and will not affect real balances.
Which API permissions does my Bybit API key need?
Read-only permissions for market data are always needed. For order operations, enable Trade permission. For position management, enable Position permission. Withdraw permission is not required.
Are all tools available immediately after starting the server?
Market data tools are always available. Trading and position tools only appear in the tool list when BYBIT_TRADING_ENABLED=true is set.
