Thunderbit MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Thunderbit in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add thunderbit-open-thunderbit -e THUNDERBIT_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @thunderbit/mcp-server

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "thunderbit-open-thunderbit": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@thunderbit/mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "THUNDERBIT_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Thunderbit MCP server do?

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Is the Thunderbit 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 Thunderbit run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Thunderbit to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add thunderbit-open-thunderbit -e THUNDERBIT_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @thunderbit/mcp-server

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