mcp-filesystem
Secure MCP server for filesystem access. mcp-filesystem is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by gabrielmaialva33. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 14 tools, including read_file, read_multiple_files, write_file, edit_file, create_directory, list_directory, directory_tree and move_file, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Tool/Server and AI/Integration.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides secure filesystem access to AI models, enforcing strict path validation and only allowing access to predefined directories.
How to use this MCP
The MCP can be installed via npm, run directly with Node.js, or deployed via Docker. It accepts command-line arguments for allowed directories or can be configured via a JSON config file.
What this MCP can be used for
This MCP enables AI models to safely interact with local filesystems for reading, writing, and managing files while maintaining strict security boundaries. It's particularly useful for AI-powered development tools and assistants.
AIMCP authority
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Frequently asked questions
What is the mcp-filesystem MCP server?
mcp-filesystem is a Model Context Protocol server from gabrielmaialva33. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect mcp-filesystem to my AI client?
Add mcp-filesystem to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does mcp-filesystem provide?
mcp-filesystem provides 14 tools: read_file, read_multiple_files, write_file, edit_file, create_directory, list_directory, directory_tree, move_file, search_files, get_file_info, list_allowed_directories and get_metrics.
Is mcp-filesystem free to use?
mcp-filesystem is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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