Clickup MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Clickup in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add cvrt-jh-clickup -e CLICKUP_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y @cavort-it-systems/clickup-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cvrt-jh-clickup": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@cavort-it-systems/clickup-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "CLICKUP_API_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Clickup MCP server do?

Lightweight ClickUp MCP server - 37 tools, token-optimized (95% smaller responses)

Is the Clickup 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 Clickup run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Clickup to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add cvrt-jh-clickup -e CLICKUP_API_TOKEN=... -- npx -y @cavort-it-systems/clickup-mcp

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