Overview
What is mcp-notify?
mcp-notify is a simple MCP server for sending desktop notifications. It integrates with MCP clients such as Cursor to display notifications on macOS. It is intended for developers and users who want desktop alerts from MCP tools.
How to use mcp-notify?
Install by running go install github.com/5n7/mcp-notify@latest. Then configure in your MCP client, for example in Cursor by adding a JSON entry under mcpServers with the command pointing to the installed binary. The server exposes a tool with parameters title and message.
Key features of mcp-notify
- Sends desktop notifications over MCP
- Supports macOS only currently
- Simple installation with Go
- Two parameters: title and message
- Ready to use with Cursor
Use cases of mcp-notify
- Receive alerts from MCP tools on macOS
- Notify when a long-running task completes
- Integrate desktop notifications into AI workflows
FAQ from mcp-notify
What operating systems are supported?
Currently only macOS. Support for Linux and Windows is planned for future releases.
How do I install mcp-notify?
Run go install github.com/5n7/mcp-notify@latest. This requires Go to be installed on your system.
How do I configure mcp-notify with Cursor?
Add a JSON entry under mcpServers in Cursor’s settings. The command should be the path to the installed binary, with an empty args array.
What parameters does the notification tool accept?
It accepts title (the notification title) and message (the notification content), both defined by the MCP tool specification.
