Asana
📇 ☁️ This Model Context Protocol server implementation of Asana allows you to talk to Asana API from MCP Client such as Anthropic's Claude Desktop Application, and many more.
What is Asana?
Asana is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to 📇 ☁️ this model context protocol server implementation of asana allows you to talk to asana api from mcp client such as anthropic's claude desktop application, and many more.
📇 ☁️ This Model Context Protocol server implementation of Asana allows you to talk to Asana API from MCP Client such as Anthropic's Claude Desktop Application, and many more.
This server falls under the Business Applications category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- asana_list_workspaces
- asana_search_projects
- asana_get_project
- asana_get_project_task_counts
- asana_get_project_sections
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
NPM
npx -y @cristip73/mcp-server-asanaManual Installation
npx -y @cristip73/mcp-server-asanaConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Asana
The mcp-server-asana MCP server connects AI assistants directly to the Asana task management API, enabling you to list workspaces, search and manage projects, create and update tasks, add comments, set dependencies, and track project status updates all through natural language. It supports both read and write operations, and includes an optional read-only mode for environments where data modification should be prevented. Teams that rely on Asana for project workflows can use this server to query work status, assign tasks, and automate project tracking without switching tabs.
Prerequisites
- Node.js installed (LTS recommended)
- An Asana account with access to the workspaces you want to manage
- An Asana Personal Access Token (generated from Asana's My Profile Settings > Apps > Manage Developer Apps)
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop
Generate an Asana Personal Access Token
Log in to Asana, go to My Profile Settings > Apps > Manage Developer Apps, and create a new Personal Access Token. Copy and save this value — it will not be shown again.
Add the server to your MCP client configuration
Add the Asana MCP server to your claude_desktop_config.json or equivalent MCP client config, supplying your access token as the ASANA_ACCESS_TOKEN environment variable.
{
"mcpServers": {
"asana": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@cristip73/mcp-server-asana"],
"env": {
"ASANA_ACCESS_TOKEN": "your-asana-personal-access-token"
}
}
}
}Enable read-only mode (optional)
If you want the AI assistant to be able to read Asana data without creating or modifying tasks, set READ_ONLY_MODE to true. All write tools will be disabled.
{
"mcpServers": {
"asana": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@cristip73/mcp-server-asana"],
"env": {
"ASANA_ACCESS_TOKEN": "your-asana-personal-access-token",
"READ_ONLY_MODE": "true"
}
}
}
}Restart your MCP client
Save the configuration file and restart Claude Desktop or your MCP client. The Asana server will start automatically when the client launches.
Start managing tasks with natural language
Open a new conversation and ask about your Asana workspaces, projects, or tasks. Mentioning the word 'asana' helps the AI select the right tool.
Asana Examples
Client configuration
Full Claude Desktop configuration for the Asana MCP server.
{
"mcpServers": {
"asana": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@cristip73/mcp-server-asana"],
"env": {
"ASANA_ACCESS_TOKEN": "1/1234567890:abcdef1234567890"
}
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example natural language requests once the server is connected.
- "How many unfinished asana tasks do we have in our Sprint 30 project?"
- "List all my overdue tasks in Asana"
- "Create an asana task called 'Review design mockups' in the Marketing project due next Friday"
- "Show me all tasks assigned to me that are blocking other tasks"
- "What's the current status of the Q4 Planning asana project?"Troubleshooting Asana
Authentication fails with 401 Unauthorized
Verify that your ASANA_ACCESS_TOKEN is a valid Personal Access Token, not an OAuth token. Regenerate it from Asana's My Profile Settings > Apps > Manage Developer Apps if needed.
Write tools are missing or disabled
Check that READ_ONLY_MODE is not set to 'true' in your environment configuration. Remove that variable or set it to 'false' to re-enable create, update, and delete tools.
The AI assistant does not pick the Asana tools
Include the word 'asana' explicitly in your prompt to help the model identify which tool to use. For example: 'List my asana tasks' instead of just 'List my tasks'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asana
What is Asana?
Asana is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that 📇 ☁️ this model context protocol server implementation of asana allows you to talk to asana api from mcp client such as anthropic's claude desktop application, and many more. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Asana?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y @cristip73/mcp-server-asana. Then add the server configuration to your AI client's JSON config file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json).
Which AI clients work with Asana?
Asana works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Asana free to use?
Yes, Asana is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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