How do I install the nova memory 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.

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Nova Memory MCP Server

Zero-config AI project memory with live file watching and MCP integration

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What is the Nova Memory MCP Server?

Zero-config AI project memory with live file watching and MCP integration

The short version

Local-first persistent memory for AI assistants. Store context across sessions with SQLite.

Nova Memory is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that gives AI assistants persistent memory. It stores your project context, decisions, and knowledge locally in SQLite - no cloud, no telemetry. Your data stays on your machine.

22 MCP tools for memory, search, analysis, and task management
Store and search memories with BM25 full-text search
Knowledge graph with relationship traversal
Task management with phases and progress tracking
Multi-project support with cross-project queries
Enable/disable individual tools via configuration

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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
store_memory	Store content with type, tags, and path tracking
memory_search	Full-text search with BM25 ranking
memory_query	Filter by type, tags, project, or path
memory_stats	Storage statistics and memory counts
memory_delete	Remove memories by ID
memory_tags	List all tags with usage counts
memory_export	Export memories as JSON or markdown
memory_import	Bulk import memories from JSON
search_semantic	Semantic similarity search
search_patterns	Find recurring patterns in memories
search_temporal	Time-based memory analysis
search_relationships	Explore memory connections
analysis_conflicts	Detect contradictions between memories
analysis_memory_map	Generate memory visualization
analysis_anomalies	Find unusual patterns
analysis_forecast	Predict memory patterns
task_management	Create tasks, phases, track progress
task_board	Visual overview of pending/active/completed
task_insights	AI-powered task analytics
knowledge_graph	Build and query relationship graphs
project_profile	Store project architecture and stack info
memory_compact	Optimize and compact storage

How to install the Nova Memory MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "nova-memory": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "@nova-mcp/mcp-nova"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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

Example prompts to try

“Use Nova Memory to store memory.”
“Use Nova Memory to memory search.”
“Use Nova Memory to memory query.”

Frequently asked questions

Zero-config AI project memory with live file watching and MCP integration Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.