Postbolt MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Postbolt in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add postbolt -e POSTBOLT_API_KEY=... -- npx -y postbolt-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "postbolt": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "postbolt-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "POSTBOLT_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Postbolt MCP server do?

Publish to 13+ social media platforms from any AI agent via MCP.

Is the Postbolt 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 Postbolt run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Postbolt to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add postbolt -e POSTBOLT_API_KEY=... -- npx -y postbolt-mcp

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