Workflow MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Workflow in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add workflow -e OPENAI_API_KEY=... -- docker run -i --rm -e OPENAI_API_KEY docker.io/juliusolsson/workflow-mcp@sha256:4b6889f9e78d0208e6d1d343ba23d0c5d092b1a1513a73c9c85deb2d00ab5855

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "workflow": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "-e",
        "OPENAI_API_KEY",
        "docker.io/juliusolsson/workflow-mcp@sha256:4b6889f9e78d0208e6d1d343ba23d0c5d092b1a1513a73c9c85deb2d00ab5855"
      ],
      "env": {
        "OPENAI_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Workflow MCP server do?

Session-bound Docker workflow server through Codex. State is discarded with the container.

Is the Workflow 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 Workflow run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Workflow to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add workflow -e OPENAI_API_KEY=... -- docker run -i --rm -e OPENAI_API_KEY docker.io/juliusolsson/workflow-mcp@sha256:4b6889f9e78d0208e6d1d343ba23d0c5d092b1a1513a73c9c85deb2d00ab5855

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