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Crates MCP server

pipeworx-io/mcp-crates

Crates.io MCP — wraps the crates.io REST API v1 (free, no auth)

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Install Crates in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code
claude mcp add --transport http crates https://gateway.pipeworx.io/crates/mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "crates": {
      "url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/crates/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code
claude mcp add crates -- npx -y @pipeworx/mcp-crates
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "crates": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pipeworx/mcp-crates"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Crates MCP server do?

Crates.io MCP — wraps the crates.io REST API v1 (free, no auth)

Is the Crates 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 Crates run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Crates to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http crates https://gateway.pipeworx.io/crates/mcp

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