Notion MCP Server

What is Notion MCP Server?

Notion MCP Server connects Claude AI to Notion workspaces, enabling read, write, search, and query operations through the Model Context Protocol. It is built for users who want Claude to interact directly with their Notion databases and pages.

How to use Notion MCP Server?

Install Node.js (v16+), obtain a Notion API key, share your pages/databases with the integration, build the server with npm run build, then add the server configuration to claude_desktop_config.json with your API key. Restart Claude to begin using the tools.

Key features of Notion MCP Server

• Search across Notion workspaces with a query string
• Retrieve detailed content from a specific Notion page
• Get metadata and schema of a Notion database
• Query and filter entries in a Notion database with complex queries
• Read and update existing Notion content
• Retrieve database schemas and page details

Use cases of Notion MCP Server

• Search a Notion workspace for relevant information
• Retrieve full content of a specific page for analysis
• Explore database schemas before querying data
• Query and filter database entries using complex criteria
• Update existing Notion content from within Claude

FAQ from Notion MCP Server

What do I need to run the server?

Node.js v16 or later, a Notion API key from an integration, and Claude Desktop.

How do I get a Notion API key?

Create an internal integration at https://www.notion.so/my-integrations, then copy the API key from the integration settings.

How does Claude access my Notion data?

You must share your Notion pages and databases with the integration by using the “Add connections” option in each page/database menu.

Can I write or update content in Notion?

Yes, the server supports updating existing content, as stated in the project overview.

Where does my data live?

All data remains in your Notion workspace; the server only reads and writes through the Notion API.