Context Mem MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Context Mem in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add context-mem -- npx -y context-mem

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "context-mem": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "context-mem"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Context Mem MCP server do?

Persistent memory for AI agents — 98%+ retrieval recall, 99% token savings, 44 tools

Is the Context Mem 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 Context Mem run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Context Mem to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add context-mem -- npx -y context-mem

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