Github MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Github in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http pipeworx-io-github https://gateway.pipeworx.io/github/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pipeworx-io-github": {
      "url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/github/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add pipeworx-io-github -- npx -y @pipeworx/mcp-github

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pipeworx-io-github": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pipeworx/mcp-github"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Github MCP server do?

GitHub MCP — wraps the GitHub public REST API (no auth required for public endpoints)

Is the Github 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 Github run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Github to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http pipeworx-io-github https://gateway.pipeworx.io/github/mcp

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