How do I install the nanoleaf 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 `NANOLEAF_AUTH_TOKEN`, `AUTH_TOKEN` 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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Nanoleaf MCP Server

MCP server for controlling Nanoleaf lights

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What is the Nanoleaf MCP Server?

MCP server for controlling Nanoleaf lights

What the server does

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for controlling Nanoleaf smart lights. This server provides tools to control your Nanoleaf devices through Warp terminal or any MCP-compatible client.

🔍 Auto-discovery of Nanoleaf devices on your network
🔗 Direct IP connection for specific device targeting
🔐 Authorization support for secure device pairing
💡 Full control of lights, brightness, colors, and effects
🐳 Dockerized for easy deployment
🖥️ Warp terminal integration

Credentials and setup notes

Docker installed on your system - Nanoleaf device(s) on your network - Warp terminal (optional, for MCP integration)

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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
get_nanoleaf_info	Get detailed device information
set_brightness	Adjust brightness (0-100)
set_color	Set color using hue (0-360) and saturation (0-100)
set_effect	Apply lighting effects
get_effects	List all available effects
discover_nanoleaf	Discover devices on network
connect_to_ip	Connect to specific IP address
authorize_nanoleaf	Authorize with device in pairing mode

How to install the Nanoleaf MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "nanoleaf": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "--rm",
        "-i",
        "--network=host",
        "-e",
        "NANOLEAF_IP=<DEVICE_IP>",
        "-e",
        "NANOLEAF_AUTH_TOKEN=<AUTH_TOKEN>",
        "-e",
        "NANOLEAF_PORT=16021",
        "-e",
        "NANOLEAF_PROTOCOL=http",
        "nanoleaf-mcp-server-nanoleaf-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {}
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

Docker installed on your system - Nanoleaf device(s) on your network - Warp terminal (optional, for MCP integration)

Example prompts to try

“Use Nanoleaf to get nanoleaf info.”
“Use Nanoleaf to set brightness.”
“Use Nanoleaf to set color.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for controlling Nanoleaf lights 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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