Discourse MCP Server

Node.js server implementing Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Discourse search operation.

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What is the Discourse MCP Server?

Node.js server implementing Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Discourse search operation.

What it actually does

  • Search Posts on a Discourse forum using MCP protocol

Recorded tools

  • search_posts — Search posts on a Discourse forum

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

ToolWhat it does
search_postsSearch posts on a Discourse forum

How to install the Discourse MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "discourse": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "-e",
        "DISCOURSE_API_URL=https://try.discourse.org",
        "-e",
        "DISCOURSE_API_KEY=1234",
        "-e",
        "DISCOURSE_API_USERNAME=ash",
        "ashdev/discourse-mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Discourse to search posts.”
  • “Use Discourse to Input.”
  • “Use Discourse to Tools.”

Frequently asked questions

Node.js server implementing Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Discourse search operation. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.