Openzim MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Openzim in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add openzim -- uvx openzim-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "openzim": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "openzim-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Openzim MCP server do?

Search and navigate Wikipedia and other ZIM-format knowledge archives offline, with smart retrieval and caching.

Is the Openzim 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 Openzim run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Openzim to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add openzim -- uvx openzim-mcp

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