How do I install the unifi 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 `UNIFI_NETWORK_HOST`, `UNIFI_NETWORK_API_KEY`, `UNIFI_NETWORK_VERIFY_SSL` 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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Unifi MCP Server

MCP server for the UniFi Network API

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What is the Unifi MCP Server?

MCP server for the UniFi Network API

What the server does

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that exposes the UniFi Network Integration API as tools for Claude Code and other MCP clients. Provides 74 tools for managing sites, devices, clients, networks, WiFi, firewalls, ACLs, switching, DNS policies, hotspot vouchers, VPNs, and more.

Credentials and setup notes

Node.js 22.13+ or 24 (see engines in package.json) - A UniFi Network console with the Integration API enabled - An API key generated from your UniFi Network console

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How to install the Unifi MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "unifi-network": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@owine/unifi-network-mcp@latest"],
      "env": {
        "UNIFI_NETWORK_HOST": "192.168.1.1",
        "UNIFI_NETWORK_API_KEY": "your-api-key",
        "UNIFI_NETWORK_VERIFY_SSL": "false"
      }
    }
  }
}

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

Configuration

Node.js 22.13+ or 24 (see engines in package.json) - A UniFi Network console with the Integration API enabled - An API key generated from your UniFi Network console

Variable	Description	Required
UNIFI_NETWORK_HOST	Endpoint or connection string the server talks to.	Optional
UNIFI_NETWORK_API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes
UNIFI_NETWORK_VERIFY_SSL	Configuration value read at startup.	Optional

Frequently asked questions

MCP server for the UniFi Network API 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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