Sitecore
A Model Context Protocol server for Sitecore
What is Sitecore?
Sitecore is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to model context protocol server for sitecore
A Model Context Protocol server for Sitecore
This server falls under the Business Applications category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- A Model Context Protocol server for Sitecore
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
NPM
npx -y @antonytm/mcp-sitecore-serverManual Installation
npx -y @antonytm/mcp-sitecore-serverConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Sitecore
The Sitecore MCP server connects AI assistants directly to your Sitecore CMS instance, exposing over 100 tools that cover GraphQL queries, Item Service CRUD operations, PowerShell script execution, security management, and content publishing. It supports three Sitecore APIs (GraphQL, Item Service, and PowerShell Remoting) simultaneously, letting you manage content, search indexes, layouts, and workflows through natural language. Teams have reported up to 5x acceleration in design-to-CMS conversion workflows by eliminating the need to switch between Sitecore tools manually.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18+ installed (for npx execution)
- A running Sitecore instance with GraphQL, Item Service, or PowerShell Remoting enabled
- Valid Sitecore credentials (username/password or API key) for the target instance
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, or VS Code with MCP support
Identify your Sitecore API endpoints
Determine which Sitecore APIs you want to use: GraphQL endpoint URL and API key, Item Service server URL with domain credentials, or PowerShell Remoting server URL with credentials. You will need at least one set configured.
Add the server to your MCP client configuration
Open your MCP client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json for Claude Desktop) and add the Sitecore server entry with the appropriate environment variables for your chosen API.
{
"mcpServers": {
"sitecore": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@antonytm/mcp-sitecore-server"],
"env": {
"GRAPHQL_ENDPOINT": "https://your-sitecore-instance/sitecore/api/graph/edge",
"GRAPHQL_API_KEY": "your-graphql-api-key",
"ITEM_SERVICE_SERVER_URL": "https://your-sitecore-instance",
"ITEM_SERVICE_DOMAIN": "sitecore",
"ITEM_SERVICE_USERNAME": "admin",
"ITEM_SERVICE_PASSWORD": "your-password",
"POWERSHELL_SERVER_URL": "https://your-sitecore-instance",
"POWERSHELL_DOMAIN": "sitecore",
"POWERSHELL_USERNAME": "admin",
"POWERSHELL_PASSWORD": "your-password"
}
}
}
}Configure the transport mode (optional)
By default the server uses stdio transport, which is correct for most MCP clients. If you need HTTP or SSE transport for remote access, set the TRANSPORT environment variable.
"TRANSPORT": "streamable-http"Restart your MCP client
Save the configuration file and restart Claude Desktop, Cursor, or whichever MCP client you use. The Sitecore server will start via npx automatically when the client connects.
Verify connectivity
Ask your AI assistant to list Sitecore items or run a simple GraphQL introspection query to confirm the server is connected and credentials are working correctly.
Sitecore Examples
Client configuration
Example claude_desktop_config.json for connecting to a Sitecore instance using all three APIs.
{
"mcpServers": {
"sitecore": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@antonytm/mcp-sitecore-server"],
"env": {
"GRAPHQL_ENDPOINT": "https://cm.your-sitecore.com/sitecore/api/graph/edge",
"GRAPHQL_API_KEY": "YOUR_GRAPHQL_API_KEY",
"ITEM_SERVICE_SERVER_URL": "https://cm.your-sitecore.com",
"ITEM_SERVICE_DOMAIN": "sitecore",
"ITEM_SERVICE_USERNAME": "admin",
"ITEM_SERVICE_PASSWORD": "YOUR_PASSWORD",
"POWERSHELL_SERVER_URL": "https://cm.your-sitecore.com",
"POWERSHELL_DOMAIN": "sitecore",
"POWERSHELL_USERNAME": "admin",
"POWERSHELL_PASSWORD": "YOUR_PASSWORD"
}
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts to use once the Sitecore server is connected.
- "Find all Sitecore items under /sitecore/content/Home and list their names and paths."
- "Run a GraphQL query to get the title and body fields of the homepage item."
- "Create a new Sitecore item of template 'Sample Item' under /sitecore/content/Home named 'New Page'."
- "Execute a PowerShell script to republish all items under /sitecore/content."
- "List all Sitecore users who have write access to the Home node."Troubleshooting Sitecore
Authentication fails with 401 or 403 errors
Verify that ITEM_SERVICE_DOMAIN matches the domain configured in Sitecore (commonly 'sitecore' or 'extranet'). Ensure the user account has the necessary Sitecore roles and that the Item Service module is installed and enabled on the CM server.
GraphQL endpoint returns no results or schema introspection fails
Check that GRAPHQL_ENDPOINT points to the correct GraphQL edge endpoint (usually ending in /sitecore/api/graph/edge) and that GRAPHQL_API_KEY matches a valid key defined in Sitecore's GraphQL configuration. Confirm the GraphQL endpoint is accessible from the machine running the MCP server.
PowerShell tool calls time out or return connection errors
Confirm that Sitecore PowerShell Extensions (SPE) is installed on your Sitecore instance and that PowerShell Remoting is enabled and the user account has SPE execution rights. The POWERSHELL_SERVER_URL should point to your CM server.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sitecore
What is Sitecore?
Sitecore is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that model context protocol server for sitecore It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Sitecore?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y @antonytm/mcp-sitecore-server. 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 Sitecore?
Sitecore works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Sitecore free to use?
Yes, Sitecore is open source and available under the Apache-2.0 license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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