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Notmuch MCP server

hgn/mcp-server-notmuch

Local Maildir access via notmuch: full-text search, tag filtering, threads, attachments and unanswered-mail tracking, with optional drafts and tagging.

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Install Notmuch 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 notmuch -- <command to start the server>

Frequently asked questions

What does the Notmuch MCP server do?

Local Maildir access via notmuch: full-text search, tag filtering, threads, attachments and unanswered-mail tracking, with optional drafts and tagging.

Is the Notmuch 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 Notmuch run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Notmuch to Claude Code?

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

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