How do I install the mcp insomnia 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 `INSOMNIA_DATA_DIR` 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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MCP Insomnia MCP Server

MCP server for making HTTP requests and managing API collections

Local serverstdioPython

What is the MCP Insomnia MCP Server?

MCP server for making HTTP requests and managing API collections

The short version

MCP-Insomnia is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that enables AI agents to create and manage API collections in Insomnia-compatible format. This server provides tools for managing collections, requests, and environments that can be exported to Insomnia.

What it needs from you

Node.js 18+ - npm or yarn There are three ways to use mcp-insomnia.

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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.

Tool	What it does
import_from_curl	Parse cURL command into a request
import_from_postman	Import Postman Collection (v2.1) JSON
import_from_openapi	Import OpenAPI 3.x or Swagger 2.x JSON
import_from_insomnia_export	Import collections from a standard Insomnia V4 export file
generate_code_snippet	Generate a code snippet for a request. Requires requestId and target. Supported targets: c, clojure, csharp, go, http, java, javascript, kotlin, node, objc, ocaml, php, powershell, python, ruby, shell, swift. Optional cl

How to install the MCP Insomnia MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "insomnia": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["mcp-insomnia"]
    }
  }
}

Configuration as documented by the project. Restart the client after saving.

Configuration

Node.js 18+ - npm or yarn There are three ways to use mcp-insomnia.

Variable	Description	Required
INSOMNIA_DATA_DIR	Filesystem location the server is allowed to use.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use MCP Insomnia to import from curl.”
“Use MCP Insomnia to import from postman.”
“Use MCP Insomnia to import from openapi.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for making HTTP requests and managing API collections Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.