mcp-obsidian
MCP server for Obsidian integration. mcp-obsidian is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by gregkonush. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 8 tools, including get_active_file, delete_active_file, insert_active_file, append_active_file, open_file, search_simple, list_files and list_directory_files, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Tool/Obsidian and AI/Integration.
What is this MCP
This is a server implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) that enables AI assistants to interact with Obsidian notes, including reading, creating, and manipulating content in your vault.
How to use this MCP
Install the server using Bun runtime, configure your Obsidian connection in the .env file, and run the server to allow MCP-compatible AI assistants to access your vault through standard I/O communication.
What this MCP can be used for
Enhance your Obsidian workflow by allowing AI assistants to search notes, modify files, insert content at specific locations, manage files, and automate various note-taking tasks.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the mcp-obsidian MCP server?
mcp-obsidian is a Model Context Protocol server from gregkonush. 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-obsidian to my AI client?
Add mcp-obsidian 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-obsidian provide?
mcp-obsidian provides 8 tools: get_active_file, delete_active_file, insert_active_file, append_active_file, open_file, search_simple, list_files and list_directory_files.
Is mcp-obsidian free to use?
mcp-obsidian 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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