How do I install the webdriverio 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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Webdriverio MCP Server

MCP server with WebdriverIO for browser and mobile app automation (iOS/Android via Appium)

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What is the Webdriverio MCP Server?

MCP server with WebdriverIO for browser and mobile app automation (iOS/Android via Appium)

What the server does

This project is no longer under active development. The official WebDriverIO MCP server is now available as @wdio/mcp, which was built using this project as its foundation.

Credentials and setup notes

For Browser Automation: - Node.js (version 18 or higher) - Claude Desktop application - Chrome browser (automatically managed by WebDriverIO) For Mobile App Automation (Optional): - Appium Server: Install globally with npm install -g appium - Platform Drivers: - iOS: appium driver install xcuitest (requires Xcode on macOS) - Android: appium driver install uiautomator2

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Webdriverio MCP Server

{
     "mcpServers": {
       "webdriverio-mcp": {
         "command": "npx",
         "args": ["-y", "webdriverio-mcp"]
       }
     },
     "globalShortcut": ""
   }

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

Configuration

Example prompts to try

“Use Webdriverio MCP to Prerequisites.”
“Use Webdriverio MCP to Installation.”

Frequently asked questions

MCP server with WebdriverIO for browser and mobile app automation (iOS/Android via Appium) Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.