How do I install the mongo 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 `MONGODB_URI`, `MONGODB_DEFAULT_DB`, `LOG_LEVEL` 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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Mongo MCP Server

MCP service for MongoDB operations

Local serverstdioPython

What is the Mongo MCP Server?

MCP service for MongoDB operations

What you get

A Machine Chat Protocol (MCP) service for MongoDB operations. This service provides a comprehensive set of tools that allow Large Language Models (LLMs) to interact with MongoDB databases through complete CRUD operations, administrative tasks, and advanced features.

Configuration and credentials

Python 3.10 or above - A running MongoDB database service - It is recommended to use uv to run the program

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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
list_databases	List all databases
create_database	Create new database
drop_database	Delete database
get_database_stats	Get database statistics
list_collections	List all collections in a database
create_collection	Create new collection (with optional settings)
drop_collection	Delete collection
rename_collection	Rename collection
get_collection_stats	Get collection statistics
list_indexes	List all indexes for a collection
create_index	Create regular index
create_text_index	Create text search index
create_compound_index	Create compound index
drop_index	Delete index

How to install the Mongo MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mongo-mcp-441126098": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["run"],
      "env": {
        "MONGODB_URI": "your-value",
        "MONGODB_DEFAULT_DB": "your-value",
        "LOG_LEVEL": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Python 3.10 or above - A running MongoDB database service - It is recommended to use uv to run the program

Variable	Description	Required
MONGODB_URI	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
MONGODB_DEFAULT_DB	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional
LOG_LEVEL	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Example prompts to try

“Use Mongo to list databases.”
“Use Mongo to create database.”
“Use Mongo to drop database.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP service for MongoDB operations Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.