Sanction MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Sanction in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http sanction https://getsanction.com/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "sanction": {
      "url": "https://getsanction.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add sanction -e SANCTION_API_KEY=... -- npx -y sanction-mcp

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Sanction MCP server do?

Approval and budget checks before agent spending or tool use. Cooperative MCP; host must ask.

Is the Sanction 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 Sanction run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Sanction to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http sanction https://getsanction.com/mcp

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