Github_private MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Github_private in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http github-private https://gateway.pipeworx.io/github_private/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "github-private": {
      "url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/github_private/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add github-private -- npx -y @pipeworx/mcp-github_private

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "github-private": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pipeworx/mcp-github_private"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Github_private MCP server do?

GitHub Private MCP Pack — access private repos, org data via OAuth. Complements the existing…

Is the Github_private 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 Github_private run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Github_private to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http github-private https://gateway.pipeworx.io/github_private/mcp

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