MongoDB MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install MongoDB in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http mongodb-2 https://mcp.mongodb.com/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mongodb-2": {
      "url": "https://mcp.mongodb.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the MongoDB MCP server do?

Query MongoDB Atlas clusters and manage collections and indexes.

Is the MongoDB 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 MongoDB run locally or remotely?

Remote. Hosted by the provider. You connect with a URL, nothing to install.

How do I add MongoDB to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http mongodb-2 https://mcp.mongodb.com/mcp

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