Novyx
Persistent memory + governance for AI agents. 120 MCP tools — core memory works locally (zero config SQLite), full surface (policy-as-code, approval workflows, governance dashboard, threat intel, auto-defense, governed actions, Runtime v2 agents/miss
What is Novyx?
Novyx is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to persistent memory + governance for ai agents. 120 mcp tools — core memory works locally (zero config sqlite), full surface (policy-as-code, approval workflows, governance dashboard, threat intel, auto...
Persistent memory + governance for AI agents. 120 MCP tools — core memory works locally (zero config SQLite), full surface (policy-as-code, approval workflows, governance dashboard, threat intel, auto-defense, governed actions, Runtime v2 agents/miss
This server falls under the Knowledge & Memory category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- Persistent memory + governance for AI agents. 120 MCP tools
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx novyxConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Novyx
Novyx MCP is a persistent memory and governance platform for AI agents that exposes 120 MCP tools across nine functional categories. At its core, it provides memory storage backed by local SQLite (zero configuration required) or Novyx Cloud, with additional capabilities including draft/branch workflows for staged changes, time-travel rollback, multi-agent collaboration via context spaces, policy-as-code governance, approval workflows, threat intelligence, and Runtime v2 agent orchestration. It is designed for developers who need agents that remember state across sessions and enterprises that need auditability and control over agent actions.
Prerequisites
- Python 3.8 or higher installed
- pip package manager
- An MCP client such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Claude Code
- A free Novyx account at novyxlabs.com for cloud features (optional — core memory works locally with zero config)
- NOVYX_API_KEY from your Novyx account dashboard (required only for cloud/advanced features)
Install the Novyx MCP package
Install the novyx-mcp package from PyPI using pip. This installs the core server and all dependencies.
pip install novyx-mcpObtain your API key (optional for cloud features)
For local SQLite-only memory, no API key is needed. For cloud storage, governance, and advanced features, sign up at novyxlabs.com and copy your API key from the dashboard. Keys follow the format 'nram_...'.
Configure Claude Desktop
Add the server to your Claude Desktop config. Omit the NOVYX_API_KEY env block to use local SQLite mode only.
{
"mcpServers": {
"novyx-memory": {
"command": "python",
"args": ["-m", "novyx_mcp"],
"env": {
"NOVYX_API_KEY": "nram_your_key_here"
}
}
}
}Add via Claude Code (alternative)
If using Claude Code, add the server with a single command and set the environment variable before launching.
claude mcp add novyx-memory -- python -m novyx_mcp
export NOVYX_API_KEY="nram_your_key_here"Verify the connection
Restart your MCP client and ask the agent to store and recall a test memory to confirm the server is working.
Novyx Examples
Client configuration
Claude Desktop configuration for Novyx MCP with cloud features enabled via API key.
{
"mcpServers": {
"novyx-memory": {
"command": "python",
"args": ["-m", "novyx_mcp"],
"env": {
"NOVYX_API_KEY": "nram_your_key_here"
}
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts demonstrating memory storage, branching, and governance workflows.
- "Remember that our production database is PostgreSQL 15 running on AWS RDS in us-east-1"
- "What do you remember about our infrastructure setup?"
- "Create a draft branch called 'refactor-notes' and save my current architectural decisions there"
- "Merge the 'refactor-notes' branch into main memory"
- "Roll back memory to the state from two hours ago"
- "Show me the audit trail of memory changes made today"Troubleshooting Novyx
NOVYX_API_KEY errors or cloud features not working
Confirm the API key starts with 'nram_' and was copied correctly from your Novyx dashboard. For local-only usage, remove the NOVYX_API_KEY env var entirely — the server falls back to SQLite automatically.
Module not found error when starting the server
Ensure 'pip install novyx-mcp' completed successfully. If Claude Desktop uses a different Python interpreter, specify the full path: use 'which python3' to find it and replace 'python' in the command field with the absolute path.
Memory not persisting between sessions
In local SQLite mode, the database file is stored in a default location. Verify the Python process has write permissions to its working directory. In cloud mode, confirm the API key is valid and the request is reaching Novyx servers by checking for error messages in the MCP client logs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Novyx
What is Novyx?
Novyx is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that persistent memory + governance for ai agents. 120 mcp tools — core memory works locally (zero config sqlite), full surface (policy-as-code, approval workflows, governance dashboard, threat intel, auto-defense, governed actions, runtime v2 agents/miss It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Novyx?
Follow the installation instructions on the Novyx GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Novyx?
Novyx works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Novyx free to use?
Yes, Novyx is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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