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Rancher MCP server

rex/mcp-rancher

Capability-aware MCP server for Rancher-managed Kubernetes: discovery, resources, workflows.

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Install Rancher in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add rex-rancher -e RANCHER_URL=... -e RANCHER_TOKEN=... -- uvx rancher-mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "rex-rancher": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "rancher-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "RANCHER_URL": "...",
        "RANCHER_TOKEN": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Rancher MCP server do?

Capability-aware MCP server for Rancher-managed Kubernetes: discovery, resources, workflows.

Is the Rancher 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 Rancher run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Rancher to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add rex-rancher -e RANCHER_URL=... -e RANCHER_TOKEN=... -- uvx rancher-mcp

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