Redis MCP Server

Name: Redis MCP Server
Author: cbuitragoh

@cbuitragoh

Repository

About Redis MCP Server

Redis MCP Server - Python implementation with docker

#redis #docker #mcp-server

Basic information

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "customRedis": {
      "command": "python",
      "args": [
        "-m",
        "venv",
        ".venv"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

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Overview

What is Redis MCP Server?

A containerized implementation of a Redis server with MCP (Model Control Protocol) integration, enabling AI assistants to perform Redis operations through a standard interface.

How to use Redis MCP Server?

Clone the repository, then run docker-compose up -d to start the services. The MCP server exposes operations like set_redis_key, get_redis_key, delete_redis_key, and list_redis_keys. Configuration is handled via environment variables (REDIS_HOST, REDIS_PORT, REDIS_DB, LOG_LEVEL). For Claude Desktop integration, add the provided Docker run configuration to your MCP settings.

Key features of Redis MCP Server

Redis server with persistence
MCP server integration for Redis operations
Docker and Docker Compose support
Comprehensive error handling and logging
Environment‑based configuration
Health checks for Redis service

Use cases of Redis MCP Server

Set and retrieve key‑value pairs via AI chat interfaces
Manage Redis keys and list them by pattern
Containerized deployment for consistent environments
Integrate Redis operations into LLM‑powered applications

FAQ from Redis MCP Server

What Redis operations does the MCP server provide?

It provides set_redis_key, get_redis_key, delete_redis_key, and list_redis_keys.

What are the prerequisites to run this server?

You need Docker and Docker Compose installed on your system.

How is Redis MCP Server configured?

It uses environment variables: REDIS_HOST (default: redis), REDIS_PORT (6379), REDIS_DB (0), and LOG_LEVEL (INFO).

Can I use Redis MCP Server with Claude Desktop?

Yes. Add a JSON configuration to your Claude Desktop settings that runs the Docker container with the correct network and arguments (see the README for the exact snippet).