AutoWP MCP Server

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Installation & Setup ​

This is how to install and set up the AutoWP MCP Server so you can connect Claude (or other LLM clients) to your WordPress site.

Prerequisites ​

  • Node.js (v16 or higher recommended)
  • npm (Node package manager)
  • Access to your WordPress site (admin or application password)
  • (Optional) Claude Desktop or another LLM client that supports MCP

1. Clone the Repository ​

Clone the AutoWP MCP Server repository to your local machine:

bash
git clone https://github.com/Njengah/autowpmcp.git
cd autowpmcp

2. Install Dependencies ​

Install the required Node.js packages:

bash
npm install

3. Build the Project ​

Build the MCP server:

bash
npm run build

4. Start the Server ​

Start the MCP server:

bash
npm start

By default, the server will run on the configured port (see .env or configuration section).

5. Configure Your LLM Client ​

If you are using Claude Desktop, add the MCP server to your configuration:

json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "autowp": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["/path/to/your/autowp-mcp/build/index.js"]
    }
  }
}

Replace /path/to/your/autowp-mcp/build/index.js with the actual path to your built server file.

6. Connect to Your WordPress Site ​

You will need a WordPress application password for your user account.
See Authentication for details on generating and using application passwords.

Next Steps ​