What is Royalmail Mcp?
Royalmail Mcp is a Model Context Protocol server that enables AI assistants to book, label, track, and cancel Royal Mail and Parcelforce shipments via the Click & Drop API. It is designed for businesses and developers using MCP-compatible AI clients like Claude, Cursor, or Windsurf.
How to use Royalmail Mcp?
Install globally with npm install -g royalmail-mcp or run directly with npx royalmail-mcp. Set the environment variables RM_API_KEY (your Click & Drop API key) and RM_BASE_URL (default https://api.parcel.royalmail.com/api/v1) in a .env file or your MCP client’s configuration. Add the server to your MCP client config (e.g., Claude Desktop or Cursor) as shown in the README, then ask the AI to book, track, or cancel shipments.
Key features of Royalmail Mcp
- Five tools:
book_order, get_label, track_order, cancel_order, and list_services
- Supports Royal Mail and Parcelforce services, including tracked, signed, and international options
- Labels returned as base64-encoded PDF (requires an OBA account)
- Order cancellation available before manifestation (no charge)
- Works with any MCP client that supports stdio transport
Use cases of Royalmail Mcp
- Automate daily order fulfilment by booking shipments and posting tracking numbers back to customers
- Triage customer service inquiries: track orders and draft replies in plain English
- Handle returns by booking return services and emailing printable labels without staff involvement
- Compare multiple carriers (e.g., with apc-mcp) to pick the cheapest or fastest option per destination
- Bulk fulfil large order lists from CSVs during sale events or subscription-box drops
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