Database MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Database in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add database -- docker run -i --rm docker.io/souhardyak/mcp-db-server:1.3.1

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "database": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "docker.io/souhardyak/mcp-db-server:1.3.1"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Database MCP server do?

MCP server for SQLite, PostgreSQL, and MySQL with natural language to SQL and direct SQL tooling.

Is the Database 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 Database run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Database to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add database -- docker run -i --rm docker.io/souhardyak/mcp-db-server:1.3.1

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