How do I install the kube 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 `KUBECONFIG` 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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Kube MCP Server

Model Context Protocol server for Kubernetes cluster management

Local serverstdio

What is the Kube MCP Server?

Model Context Protocol server for Kubernetes cluster management

What you get

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for Kubernetes, supporting chunked HTTP streaming, advanced troubleshooting prompts, and full Kubernetes resource/tool coverage.

Configuration and credentials

Node.js v18+ (for local dev/build) - Docker (for containerization) - Access to a Kubernetes cluster (AKS, EKS, GKE, or local) - kubectl configured (for testing and kubeconfig management) ---

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How to install the Kube MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "kube": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "npm"],
      "env": {
        "KUBECONFIG": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Node.js v18+ (for local dev/build) - Docker (for containerization) - Access to a Kubernetes cluster (AKS, EKS, GKE, or local) - kubectl configured (for testing and kubeconfig management) ---

Variable	Description	Required
KUBECONFIG	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Frequently asked questions

Model Context Protocol server for Kubernetes cluster management Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.