Install Cortex Memory Engine in Claude Code
claude mcp add cortex-memory-engine -- docker run -i --rm ghcr.io/gambletan/cortex:v1.8.0{
"mcpServers": {
"cortex-memory-engine": {
"command": "docker",
"args": [
"run",
"-i",
"--rm",
"ghcr.io/gambletan/cortex:v1.8.0"
]
}
}
}Frequently asked questions
What does the Cortex Memory Engine MCP server do?
Local-first AI memory engine — 4-tier memory, people graph, Bayesian beliefs. Encrypted, 62µs.
Is the Cortex Memory Engine 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 Cortex Memory Engine run locally or remotely?
Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.
How do I add Cortex Memory Engine to Claude Code?
Run: claude mcp add cortex-memory-engine -- docker run -i --rm ghcr.io/gambletan/cortex:v1.8.0
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