How do I install the jan MCP server?

Install via: npx -y jan-app. Then configure it in your Claude Desktop or Cursor settings.

Is the jan MCP server free?

Yes, the jan MCP server is open source and free to use. You may need a jan account or API key for authentication.

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Jan is an open source alternative to ChatGPT that runs 100% offline on your computer.

npxnpx -y jan-app

Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:

claude_desktop_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "janhq-jan-github": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "npx -y jan-app"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:

"What tools do you have available from jan?"

No configuration required. This server works out of the box.

"What resources are available in jan?"

Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.

"Show me details about [specific item] in jan"

Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.

"Create a new [item] in jan with [details]"

Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.

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