SQL MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install SQL in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add nethinwei-sql -- docker run -i --rm ghcr.io/nethinwei/sql-mcp-server:0.1.21

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "nethinwei-sql": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "ghcr.io/nethinwei/sql-mcp-server:0.1.21"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the SQL MCP server do?

Controlled SQL access gateway with policy, cost limits, tenant isolation, and safe tools.

Is the SQL 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 SQL run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add SQL to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add nethinwei-sql -- docker run -i --rm ghcr.io/nethinwei/sql-mcp-server:0.1.21

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