Redis MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Redis in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add daedalus-redis -- uvx mcp-redis-server

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "daedalus-redis": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-redis-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Redis MCP server do?

MCP server that exposes Redis API to AI models

Is the Redis 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 Redis run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Redis to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add daedalus-redis -- uvx mcp-redis-server

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