What is an MCP server?
An MCP server is a program built on the Model Context Protocol that wraps a tool, data source, or API — like file access, a database, or web search — into a capability an AI assistant can discover and call.
MCP Servers
Discover awesome MCP servers.
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MCP Inspector
modelcontextprotocol
Visual testing tool for MCP servers
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MCP Registry
modelcontextprotocol
A community driven registry service for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers.
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CC
Control Chrome with AppleScript
Anthropic
Control Google Chrome browser tabs, windows, and navigation
Developer Tools
Filesystem
Anthropic
Let Claude access your filesystem to read and write files.
Developer Tools
Hello World (UV Runtime)
Anthropic
Simple MCP server using UV runtime
Developer Tools
Hello World MCP Server (Reference Extension)
Model Context Protocol
A reference MCP extension demonstrating best practices and all available features
Developer Tools
MCP Server Clipboard
modelcontextprotocol-ce
A MCP server to interact with Server Clipboard, research purpose only!
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Calculator (Rust Binary)
Model Context Protocol
A simple calculator MCP server compiled from Rust
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PF
Python File Manager MCP
Anthropic
A Python MCP server for file operations
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about MCP servers, tools, and integrations
How do I install an MCP server?
Every server's detail page includes ready-to-paste config snippets for Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, and other common clients — most installs take just a couple of minutes.
Are MCP servers free to use?
Most servers listed here are free and open source. Some wrap third-party APIs (cloud services, paid data providers, etc.) that require your own API key or subscription.
What is the difference between local and remote MCP servers?
A local MCP server runs on your device and usually connects over stdio, giving you more direct control over data but requiring a runtime and installation. A remote MCP server is hosted by a provider and connects over HTTP, making setup easier while adding network and provider availability dependencies.
Which AI clients can connect to MCP servers?
Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code, Codex, and other AI clients that support the Model Context Protocol can connect to MCP servers. Configuration formats and supported transports vary by client.
How can I evaluate whether an MCP server is safe and reliable?
Review the source repository, maintenance activity, dependencies, requested permissions, and data-handling documentation before installation, and prefer official or trusted maintainers. Use least-privilege credentials for sensitive access such as files, databases, shells, and production systems.