Penholder MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Penholder in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http penholder https://api.penholder.ai/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "penholder": {
      "url": "https://api.penholder.ai/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Penholder MCP server do?

Preventive human-approval write-gate for AI agents: writes commit only after a human approves.

Is the Penholder 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 Penholder run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Penholder to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http penholder https://api.penholder.ai/mcp

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