mcp-remote
npxVerifiedMCP server that acts as a remote proxy, enabling local-only MCP clients to connect to remote servers. It supports OAuth for secure authentication. Developers use it to access remote file storage systems via MCP, integrating with services like Google Drive or Dropbox.
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Overview
MCP server that acts as a remote proxy, enabling local-only MCP clients to connect to remote servers. It supports OAuth for secure authentication. Developers use it to access remote file storage systems via MCP, integrating with services like Google Drive or Dropbox.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-remote2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-remote-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-remote"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp-remote?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp-remote
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp-remote. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP-REMOTE_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp-remote API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp-remote?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp-remote"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp-remote with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with mcp-remote
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