Sequential Thinking MCP Server (Official): Install & Setup

Install Sequential Thinking in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add sequential-thinking -- npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "sequential-thinking": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Sequential Thinking MCP server do?

Dynamic and reflective problem-solving through thought sequences.

Is the Sequential Thinking 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 Sequential Thinking run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Sequential Thinking to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add sequential-thinking -- npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-sequential-thinking

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