Install MCP CLI

What is Install MCP CLI?

Install MCP CLI is a command-line tool that helps developers install and manage MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers. It runs anywhere npx is available and is designed for anyone who finds manually installing MCP servers cumbersome.

How to use Install MCP CLI?

Run npx install-mcp '<command>' --client <client> or, for SSE URLs, npx install-mcp '<url>' --client <client>. The <client> must be one of: claude, cline, roo-cline, windsurf, witsy, or enconvo.

Key features of Install MCP CLI

• CLI tool to install and manage MCP servers
• Supports multiple MCP client targets (Claude, Cline, etc.)
• Works with both command strings and SSE URLs
• Single npx command, no permanent installation needed
• Open source under the MIT license

Use cases of Install MCP CLI

• Quickly add an MCP server to Claude Desktop without manual configuration
• Install the same server across multiple MCP-compatible IDEs (Cline, Roo-Cline, etc.)
• Automate MCP server setup in CI/CD or personal dotfiles

FAQ from Install MCP CLI

Which MCP clients are supported?

Claude, Cline, Roo-Cline, Windsurf, Witsy, and Enconvo are explicitly supported via the --client flag.

How do I install an MCP server?

Simply run npx install-mcp '<command>' --client <client> in your terminal, replacing <command> with the server start command and <client> with the target client name.

Is Install MCP CLI free to use?

Yes, it is open source and released under the MIT license.

Can I use SSE URLs instead of commands?

Yes. Pass an SSE URL instead of a command: npx install-mcp '<url>' --client <client>.

What are the system requirements?

Only Node.js (for npx) is needed; the tool runs on any platform that supports it.