teddyzxcv/ntfy-mcp
The MCP server that keeps you informed by sending the notification on phone using ntfy
Quick Install
{
"mcpServers": {
"teddyzxcv-ntfy-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"teddyzxcv-ntfy-mcp"
]
}
}
}Using an AI coding agent (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.)? Copy a ready-made prompt that tells it to fetch the setup instructions and install this server for you.
Documentation Overview
ntfy-mcp: Your Friendly Task Completion Notifier
Welcome to ntfy-mcp, the MCP server that keeps you caffeinated and informed! šāļø
This handy little server integrates with the Model Context Protocol to send you delightful ntfy notifications whenever your AI assistant completes a task. Because let's face it - you deserve that tea break while your code writes itself.
Getting Started: The Quick Brew Guide
Step 1: Clone & Navigate
git clone https://github.com/teddyzxcv/ntfy-mcp.git
cd ntfy-mcp
Step 2: Install
npm install
Step 3: Build
npm run build
Step 4: Connect
Choose your adventure:
Manual Start:
npm start
Cline Configuration:
"ntfy-mcp": {
"command": "node",
"args": [
"/path/to/ntfy-mcp/build/index.js"
],
"env": {
"NTFY_TOPIC": "<your topic name>"
},
"autoApprove": [
"notify_user" // Highly recommended for maximum chill
]
}
Step 5: Get Notified in Style
- Download the ntfy app on your phone
- Subscribe to your chosen topic
- Kick back and relax
Step 6: The Magic Command
Write a prompt like this, otherwise the function won't call
(tried use Custom Instructions in cline, but they are in the ring 3, so model just forget about it)
Write me a hello world in python, notify me when the task is done
Step 7: Enjoy Your Beverage of Choice
āļøšµ Your notification will arrive when the task is complete. No peeking!
How It Works (The Technical Tea)
This MCP server integrates seamlessly with the Model Context Protocol, acting as your personal notification butler. When tasks are completed, it sends notifications via ntfy, keeping you informed without interrupting your flow.
Dependencies: The Secret Sauce
License
This project is licensed under the Apache License 2.0 - see the LICENSE file for details.
Copyright 2025 Casey Hand @cyanheads
Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.
You may obtain a copy of the License at
http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software
distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS,
WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
See the License for the specific language governing permissions and
limitations under the License.
Now go forth and code with confidence, knowing your notifications are in good hands! š