Bored MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Bored in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add bored -- npx -y bored-mcp

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

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

Frequently asked questions

What does the Bored MCP server do?

Bored API activity suggestions: random activities, filter by type and participants.

Is the Bored MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Bored run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Bored to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add bored -- npx -y bored-mcp

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