Appwrite MCP server

What is Appwrite MCP server?

Appwrite MCP server is a Model Context Protocol server that exposes Appwrite’s API—databases, users, functions, teams, storage, and more—as tools that MCP clients can call. It is intended for developers who want to interact with Appwrite through an AI-powered assistant.

How to use Appwrite MCP server?

Connect to the hosted server at https://mcp.appwrite.io/mcp and authenticate via browser OAuth. No keys to copy. For self-hosted Appwrite instances, run the server locally over stdio with a project API key. Configuration examples are provided for Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Codex, OpenCode, and Windsurf.

Key features of Appwrite MCP server

• Exposes Appwrite's API as MCP tools (databases, users, functions, teams, storage, etc.)
• Hosted server with browser‑based OAuth authentication
• Supports both hosted (cloud) and self‑hosted (API key) modes
• Works with major MCP‑compatible clients (Claude, Cursor, VS Code, etc.)
• Integrates directly without manual key copying for cloud users

Use cases of Appwrite MCP server

• Manage Appwrite databases, users, and teams through conversational AI
• Call Appwrite functions and storage operations from an MCP‑aware assistant
• Automate Appwrite project tasks without leaving your coding environment
• Run the MCP server locally with a self‑hosted Appwrite instance

FAQ from Appwrite MCP server

How do I authenticate with the hosted server?

The first time you connect, your client opens an Appwrite consent screen; approve the scopes and you are connected. No keys need to be copied.

Can I run the server with my own Appwrite instance?

Yes. For self‑hosted Appwrite, run the MCP server locally over stdio and authenticate with a project API key. See docs/self‑hosted.md for per‑client setup.

What runtime does the server require?

The hosted server has no local runtime requirements. If you use the stdio bridge (e.g., on Claude Desktop’s free plan), Node.js is required to run npx mcp‑remote.

Which MCP clients are officially supported?

Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Codex, OpenCode, and Windsurf are documented with configuration examples.

What tools are exposed by the server?

The server exposes Appwrite’s API capabilities as tools, covering databases, users, functions, teams, storage, and more. A full tool surface is documented in docs/tool‑surface.md.