LocalFree server, account needed

Mendeley MCP server

pallaprolus/mendeley-mcp

Search your Mendeley library, browse folders, get document metadata, search the global catalog and add papers to your collection.

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Install Mendeley in Claude Code

This server doesn't publish a package to a registry, so follow the install steps in its README. Once it runs, register it with Claude Code:

Claude Code
claude mcp add mendeley -- <command to start the server>

Frequently asked questions

What does the Mendeley MCP server do?

Search your Mendeley library, browse folders, get document metadata, search the global catalog and add papers to your collection.

Is the Mendeley 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 Mendeley run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Mendeley to Claude Code?

Follow the install steps in the project's README at https://github.com/pallaprolus/mendeley-mcp, then register it with "claude mcp add".

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