Trello MCP Server

What is Trello MCP Server?

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides tools for interacting with the Trello API. Credentials are stored securely in your OS credential manager, not in plaintext files. It is designed for developers using MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop.

How to use Trello MCP Server?

Clone the repository, install dependencies with npm install, build with npm run build, and run npm run setup-credentials to securely store your Trello API key and token. Start the server with npm start. For Claude Desktop, add the server to your claude_desktop_config.json.

Key features of Trello MCP Server

• Secure credential storage in OS credential manager
• No plaintext secrets or .env files
• Full Trello API coverage (boards, lists, cards, etc.)
• TypeScript support with proper typing for Trello objects
• Robust error handling throughout the codebase

Use cases of Trello MCP Server

• Manage Trello boards, lists, and cards from within an MCP client
• Automate card creation, archiving, and moving between lists
• Add comments, attachments, and due dates to cards programmatically
• Search for members and retrieve member-specific boards and cards
• Migrate existing credentials from .env files to secure storage

FAQ from Trello MCP Server

How are credentials stored?

Credentials are stored in your OS credential manager (Windows Credential Manager, macOS Keychain, or Linux libsecret) using your login credentials.

What are the prerequisites?

Node.js 18 or higher, npm, and a Trello API key and token. Linux users must additionally install libsecret.

How do I migrate from a .env file?

Run npm run setup-credentials and it will automatically detect existing credentials in a .env file and prompt you to migrate them to secure storage.

How do I configure Claude Desktop to use this server?

Add the server to your claude_desktop_config.json with the command node and the path to the built index.js file as arguments.

What operating systems are supported?

Windows, macOS, and Linux. Credential storage methods vary per OS.