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Paperless-ngx MCP server

cubinet-code/paperless-ngx-mcp

Full Paperless-ngx API for AI assistants: search, tag, edit and upload documents, workflows and more

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Install Paperless-ngx in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add cubinet-code-paperless-ngx -e PAPERLESS_URL=... -e PAPERLESS_API_KEY=... -- npx -y paperless-ngx-mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cubinet-code-paperless-ngx": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "paperless-ngx-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "PAPERLESS_URL": "...",
        "PAPERLESS_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Paperless-ngx MCP server do?

Full Paperless-ngx API for AI assistants: search, tag, edit and upload documents, workflows and more

Is the Paperless-ngx 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 Paperless-ngx run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Paperless-ngx to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add cubinet-code-paperless-ngx -e PAPERLESS_URL=... -e PAPERLESS_API_KEY=... -- npx -y paperless-ngx-mcp

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