Sentry MCP Server

What is Sentry MCP Server?

A standalone Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides tools for AI assistants to interact with the Sentry API. It enables retrieving and analyzing error data, managing projects, and monitoring application performance. This server is largely superseded by the Sentry Remote-MCP Server and exists primarily for educational purposes.

How to use Sentry MCP Server?

Install dependencies with npm install, then run the server with npx ts-node index.ts. Set the SENTRY_AUTH environment variable to your Sentry authentication token before starting. Configuration for Claude Desktop requires adding a JSON block to your Claude settings with the command and token.

Key features of Sentry MCP Server

• Lists all accessible Sentry projects for an organization.
• Resolves issue details using a short ID (e.g., PROJECT-123).
• Retrieves and analyzes specific Sentry events from an issue.
• Creates new projects in Sentry and returns client keys.
• Lists issues and events from a Sentry project or issue.
• Lists replays from a Sentry organization with filters.
• Supports summary or detailed views and plain or markdown output.

Use cases of Sentry MCP Server

• Retrieve error details from a Sentry issue during debugging.
• Create a new Sentry project programmatically from an AI assistant.
• List and analyze recent error events for a specific project.
• Monitor application performance by listing issues and replays.

FAQ from Sentry MCP Server

What authentication is required?

A Sentry authentication token with appropriate API permissions. Generate it in Sentry account settings under Settings → User Settings → Auth Tokens.

What are the runtime requirements?

Node.js v14 or higher, npm or yarn, and a Sentry account with API access.

Which IDEs or tools are verified to work with this server?

Cursor, Codeium Windsurf, and Claude Desktop.

Is there a newer version of this server?

Yes, it has been largely superseded by the Sentry Remote-MCP Server at https://github.com/getsentry/sentry-mcp and live at https://mcp.sentry.dev.

What tools does the server expose?

It exposes nine tools: list_projects, resolve_short_id, get_sentry_event, list_error_events_in_project, create_project, list_project_issues, list_issue_events, get_sentry_issue, and list_organization_replays.