Overview
What is MCP Client Configuration Server?
This MCP server helps manage configurations for different MCP clients. It provides tools to retrieve, list, add, and remove server configurations from client configuration files, automatically detecting the appropriate file path based on the operating system (Windows or macOS) and the specified client.
How to use MCP Client Configuration Server?
Install via npm (npm install -g @landicefu/mcp-client-configuration-server) or run with npx. Then add the server to your MCP settings configuration using the provided JSON snippet. Use the server's tools (e.g., get_configuration, add_server_configuration) to manage client configurations programmatically or through AI assistant prompts.
Key features of MCP Client Configuration Server
- Supports Cline, Roo Code, WindSurf, and Claude desktop clients.
- Automatically detects Windows and macOS configuration file paths.
- Automatically creates missing configuration files and directories.
- Maintains configuration files in beautified JSON format after modifications.
- Provides tools: get/set/list/remove server configurations per client.
- Allows overriding existing server configurations with
allow_override.
Use cases of MCP Client Configuration Server
- Manage MCP server configurations across multiple AI assistant clients.
- Automate configuration deployment via scripts or prompts.
- Troubleshoot by checking which servers are configured and their settings.
FAQ from MCP Client Configuration Server
How do I install the server?
Install globally via npm (npm install -g @landicefu/mcp-client-configuration-server) or run directly with npx @landicefu/mcp-client-configuration-server.
Which MCP clients are supported?
Supported clients: Cline, Roo Code, WindSurf, and the Claude desktop app. Cursor is no longer supported because it does not use a standard configuration file for MCP settings.
What happens if a configuration file doesn't exist?
When adding a new server, the configuration file is created automatically. For other operations, an error message is returned.
Can I update an existing server configuration?
Yes, use the add_server_configuration tool with allow_override set to true to update an existing server.
Which platforms are supported?
Only Windows and macOS are currently supported. Linux support may be added in future versions.
