Readwise MCP
A local Model Context Protocol server that connects LLM clients (like Claude) to Readwise, enabling AI assistants to access and interact with your saved reading content.
What is Readwise MCP?
Readwise MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to local model context protocol server that connects llm clients (like claude) to readwise, enabling ai assistants to access and interact with your saved reading content.
A local Model Context Protocol server that connects LLM clients (like Claude) to Readwise, enabling AI assistants to access and interact with your saved reading content.
This server falls under the Knowledge & Memory category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- A local Model Context Protocol server that connects LLM clie
Use Cases
Maintainer
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Installation
Manual Installation
npx readwise-mcpConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about Readwise MCP
What is Readwise MCP?
Readwise MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that local model context protocol server that connects llm clients (like claude) to readwise, enabling ai assistants to access and interact with your saved reading content. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Readwise MCP?
Follow the installation instructions on the Readwise MCP GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Readwise MCP?
Readwise MCP works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Readwise MCP free to use?
Yes, Readwise MCP 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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