Interminal MCP Server

Lightweight MCP server providing terminal access (SSH & local shells) for AI assistants.

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What is the Interminal MCP Server?

Lightweight MCP server providing terminal access (SSH & local shells) for AI assistants.

What it actually does

Lightweight MCP server that gives AI assistants terminal access — SSH and local shells — with support for interactive and long-running commands.

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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
connect_sshConnect to an SSH server; returns session_id and welcome banner
executeRun a command locally (no session needed) or over SSH; returns output or status=partial + command_id
read_outputPoll a running command for new output without sending input
respondSend text input to a command waiting at a prompt
send_controlSend control keys: ctrl+c, ctrl+z, arrow keys, F-keys, etc.
disconnectClose an SSH session and release all resources

How to install the Interminal MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "interminal": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["mcp-interminal"]
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Interminal to connect ssh.”
  • “Use Interminal to execute.”
  • “Use Interminal to read output.”

Frequently asked questions

Lightweight MCP server providing terminal access (SSH & local shells) for AI assistants. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.