mcp obsidian
pipStandardMCP Obsidian connects to Obsidian via the Obsidian REST API community plugin. It allows AI agents to read, create, update, and delete notes, search for notes, and manage tags. Developers use it to automate note-taking, knowledge management, and personal productivity workflows.
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Overview
MCP Obsidian connects to Obsidian via the Obsidian REST API community plugin. It allows AI agents to read, create, update, and delete notes, search for notes, and manage tags. Developers use it to automate note-taking, knowledge management, and personal productivity workflows.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install mcp-obsidian2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"markuspfundstein-mcp-obsidian-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install mcp-obsidian"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp obsidian?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp obsidian
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp obsidian. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP_OBSIDIAN_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp obsidian API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp obsidian?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp obsidian"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp obsidian with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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