How do I install the greptile mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `GREPTILE_API_KEY`, `GITHUB_TOKEN`, `GREPTILE_BASE_URL` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Greptile MCP Server

Modern TypeScript MCP server for AI-powered code search and querying with Greptile API

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What is the Greptile MCP Server?

Modern TypeScript MCP server for AI-powered code search and querying with Greptile API

The short version

A modern, TypeScript-powered MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that provides AI-powered code search and querying capabilities through the Greptile API. Built with the official MCP SDK and designed for seamless integration with AI tools like Claude Desktop, Continue, and other MCP-compatible clients.

What it needs from you

Node.js 18+ (for optimal performance) - Greptile API Key - Get yours at app.greptile.com - GitHub Token - Generate at github.com/settings/tokens with repo permissions

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Greptile MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "greptile": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "greptile-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "GREPTILE_API_KEY": "YOUR_GREPTILE_API_KEY",
        "GITHUB_TOKEN": "YOUR_GITHUB_TOKEN"
      }
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

Node.js 18+ (for optimal performance) - Greptile API Key - Get yours at app.greptile.com - GitHub Token - Generate at github.com/settings/tokens with repo permissions

Variable	Description	Required
GREPTILE_API_KEY	Declared in the maintainer’s client configuration.	Yes
GITHUB_TOKEN	Declared in the maintainer’s client configuration.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use Greptile MCP to Streaming.”
“Use Greptile MCP to Prerequisites.”

Frequently asked questions

Modern TypeScript MCP server for AI-powered code search and querying with Greptile API Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.

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