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pylos MCP server

adamVass/pylos-mcp

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Install pylos in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add pylos -e EMAIL_USER=... -- npx -y pylos-mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pylos": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "pylos-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "EMAIL_USER": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the pylos MCP server do?

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Is the pylos 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 pylos run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add pylos to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add pylos -e EMAIL_USER=... -- npx -y pylos-mcp

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