Pickaxe MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Pickaxe in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add pickaxe -e PICKAXE_API_KEY=... -e PICKAXE_STUDIO_ID=... -- npx -y mcp-pickaxe

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pickaxe": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "mcp-pickaxe"
      ],
      "env": {
        "PICKAXE_API_KEY": "...",
        "PICKAXE_STUDIO_ID": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Pickaxe MCP server do?

MCP server for Pickaxe API - manage AI agents, knowledge bases, users, and analytics

Is the Pickaxe 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 Pickaxe run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Pickaxe to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add pickaxe -e PICKAXE_API_KEY=... -e PICKAXE_STUDIO_ID=... -- npx -y mcp-pickaxe

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