CloudArch MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install CloudArch in Claude Code

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add cloudarch -e CLOUDARCH_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @cloud-arch/mcp-server

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cloudarch": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@cloud-arch/mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "CLOUDARCH_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add cloudarch -e CLOUDARCH_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @cloud-arch/mcp-codeflow

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cloudarch": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@cloud-arch/mcp-codeflow"
      ],
      "env": {
        "CLOUDARCH_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the CloudArch MCP server do?

Create and update live animated architecture diagrams on CloudArch from a prompt or script.

Is the CloudArch 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 CloudArch run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add CloudArch to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add cloudarch -e CLOUDARCH_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @cloud-arch/mcp-server

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