Gitlab MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Gitlab in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

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

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

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

npm

Claude Code

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

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

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

Frequently asked questions

What does the Gitlab MCP server do?

GitLab MCP — wraps the GitLab REST API v4 (BYO API key)

Is the Gitlab 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 Gitlab run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Gitlab to Claude Code?

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

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