tailscale mcp
npxStandardThe Tailscale MCP server exposes Tailscale's CLI commands and REST API for automated network management. It provides tools for monitoring and controlling Tailscale networks, integrating with Tailscale's infrastructure. Developers use it to automate network tasks, manage devices, and monitor network status programmatically.
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Overview
The Tailscale MCP server exposes Tailscale's CLI commands and REST API for automated network management. It provides tools for monitoring and controlling Tailscale networks, integrating with Tailscale's infrastructure. Developers use it to automate network tasks, manage devices, and monitor network status programmatically.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @hexsleeves/tailscale-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"hexsleeves-tailscale-mcp-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @hexsleeves/tailscale-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from tailscale mcp?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for tailscale mcp
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from tailscale mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| TAILSCALE_MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your tailscale mcp API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in tailscale mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in tailscale mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in tailscale mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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