MCP Pocket

What is MCP Pocket?

MCP Pocket is a connector that allows Claude Desktop or any MCP client to fetch saved articles from the Pocket API. It is intended for users who have a Pocket account and want to integrate their saved articles into an MCP‑compatible workflow.

How to use MCP Pocket?

Configure Claude Desktop by editing its claude_desktop_config.json to add the MCP server with the command npx -y @kazuph/mcp-pocket and environment variables POCKET_CONSUMER_KEY and POCKET_ACCESS_TOKEN. For development, clone the repository, install dependencies, and use a tsx‑based configuration instead.

Key features of MCP Pocket

• Fetches saved articles from Pocket API (title, URL, excerpt).
• Marks articles as read (archived) using their item ID.
• Exposes two MCP tools: pocket_get_articles and pocket_mark_as_read.
• Works with any MCP‑compatible client (not only Claude Desktop).
• Simple configuration via environment variables for API credentials.

Use cases of MCP Pocket

• Retrieve your Pocket reading list directly inside Claude Desktop.
• Archive (mark as read) articles you no longer need.
• Build a custom agent that processes saved articles from Pocket.
• Integrate Pocket content into a MCP‑powered workflow or automation.

FAQ from MCP Pocket

What prerequisites are needed to use MCP Pocket?

Node.js, Claude Desktop (or another MCP client), and Pocket API credentials (consumer key and access token) are required.

How do I obtain Pocket API credentials?

Create a new app at the Pocket Developer Portal, then follow the authentication process to get your Consumer Key and Access Token. Detailed instructions are in Issue #2.

What MCP tools does this server provide?

Two tools: pocket_get_articles (fetch saved articles with title, URL, and excerpt) and pocket_mark_as_read (archive an article by its item ID).

How do I configure MCP Pocket in Claude Desktop?

Add a JSON entry to your claude_desktop_config.json under mcpServers, specifying the npx command, the package name @kazuph/mcp-pocket, and the required environment variables for your Pocket credentials.

Is there a development setup for contributing?

Yes. Clone the repository, run npm install, and use the tsx runner in your config. Build with npm run build, or use npm run watch for development mode.