Bale Bot MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Bale Bot in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add bale-bot -e BALE_BOT_TOKEN=... -- uvx bale-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bale-bot": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "bale-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "BALE_BOT_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Bale Bot MCP server do?

Private, local Bale bot for agents: read, search and answer messages, ask and wait, files.

Is the Bale Bot MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Bale Bot run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Bale Bot to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add bale-bot -e BALE_BOT_TOKEN=... -- uvx bale-mcp

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