Trello MCP Server

# Trello MCP Server A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides tools for interacting with the Trello API. Credentials are stored securely in

Local serverstdioTypeScript

What is the Trello MCP Server?

Trello MCP Server A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides tools for interacting with the Trello API. Credentials are stored securely in your OS

What the server does

  • Secure Credential Storage — Credentials stored in OS credential manager (Windows Credential Manager, macOS Keychain, or Linux libsecret)
  • No Plaintext Secrets — No .env files, no environment variables for credentials
  • Trello Integration — Complete access to Trello boards, lists, cards, and more
  • Comprehensive API Coverage — Support for all major Trello operations
  • Type Safety — Full TypeScript support with proper typing for Trello objects
  • Error Handling — Robust error management throughout the codebase

Credentials and setup notes

  • Node.js 18 or higher - npm - Trello API key and token (see below) Linux only: Install libsecret ```bash

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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
get_boardsGet all boards for the authenticated user
get_boardGet a specific board by ID
create_boardCreate a new board
update_boardUpdate an existing board
delete_boardDelete a board
get_board_listsGet all lists on a board
get_board_membersGet all members of a board
get_board_labelsGet all labels on a board
close_boardClose (archive) a board
reopen_boardReopen a closed board
get_listGet a specific list by ID
create_listCreate a new list on a board
update_listUpdate an existing list
archive_listArchive a list

How to install the Trello MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "trello": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["C:/path/to/trello-mcp-server/build/index.js"]
    }
  }
}

Configuration as documented by the project. Restart the client after saving.

Configuration

  • Node.js 18 or higher - npm - Trello API key and token (see below) Linux only: Install libsecret ```bash

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Trello to get boards.”
  • “Use Trello to get board.”
  • “Use Trello to create board.”

Frequently asked questions

Credentials are stored in your OS credential manager (Windows Credential Manager, macOS Keychain, or Linux libsecret) using your login credentials.