Capsulate MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Capsulate in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add capsulate -e CAPSULATE_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @capsulate/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "capsulate": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@capsulate/mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "CAPSULATE_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Capsulate MCP server do?

Real Linux and Windows desktop VMs for AI agents: exec, files, computer-use and snapshots via MCP.

Is the Capsulate 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 Capsulate run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Capsulate to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add capsulate -e CAPSULATE_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @capsulate/mcp

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