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Mcp Linux Tools

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gerard-kanters
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Administer a Linux server from an MCP client such as Cursor or VS Code: read files and tail logs, check/reload/restart systemd services, manage cron jobs inside a dedicated crontab section, run read-only MySQL queries, drive WP-CLI on WordPress sites, run safe Git commands, and execute sandboxed Python. Directories, services and WordPress sites are allowlisted in config.json, and every tool returns a uniform {success, data, error, meta} response. Runs as a systemd service over HTTP.

Quick Install

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Copy the AI prompt to install this server into Claude Code, Cursor, or another agent — or use 1-click editor setup below.

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Install Config Generator

claude_desktop_config.json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gerard-kanters-mcp-linux-tools": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "gerard-kanters-mcp-linux-tools"
      ]
    }
  }
}

💡 Paste into ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json (macOS) or %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json (Windows)

Documentation Overview

Mcp Linux Tools is a 🖥️ Command Line MCP server from gerard-kanters listed on AllMCPs. Administer a Linux server from an MCP client such as Cursor or VS Code: read files and tail logs, check/reload/restart systemd services, manage cron jobs inside a dedicated crontab section, run read-only MySQL queries, drive WP-CLI on WordPress sites, run safe Git commands, and execute sandboxed Python. Directories, services and WordPress sites are allowlisted in config.json, and every tool returns a uniform {success, data, error, meta} response. Runs as a systemd service over HTTP.

We couldn’t automatically pull a README for this listing from GitHub, so the summary above comes from its listing details. To install it, use the one-click buttons or copy the config from the Quick Install section above, then open the source repository for full setup instructions, configuration options, and the tools it exposes over MCP.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mcp Linux Tools

How do I install the gerard-kanters/mcp-linux-tools MCP server?

Add the following block to your claude_desktop_config.json under mcpServers: "mcpServers": { "mcp-linux-tools": { "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "gerard-kanters/mcp-linux-tools"] } }

What does gerard-kanters/mcp-linux-tools do?

Administer a Linux server from an MCP client such as Cursor or VS Code: read files and tail logs, check/reload/restart systemd services, manage cron jobs inside a dedicated crontab section, run read-only MySQL queries, drive WP-CLI on WordPress sites, run safe Git commands, and execute sandboxed Python. Directories, services and WordPress sites are allowlisted in config.json, and every tool returns a uniform {success, data, error, meta} response. Runs as a systemd service over HTTP.

Is the gerard-kanters/mcp-linux-tools MCP server free to use?

Yes. gerard-kanters/mcp-linux-tools is listed on AllMCPs as a free, open Model Context Protocol server you can install into Claude Desktop, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client.

Technical Specs & Signals

TransportSTDIO
RuntimePython
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CategoryCommand Line
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