Codebase MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Codebase in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http codebase https://codebase.design/api/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "codebase": {
      "url": "https://codebase.design/api/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Codebase MCP server do?

Let your AI agent build, preview and update web apps, download source and publish when you allow it.

Is the Codebase 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 Codebase run locally or remotely?

Remote. Hosted by the provider. You connect with a URL, nothing to install.

How do I add Codebase to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http codebase https://codebase.design/api/mcp

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