Astra DB
Astra DB tools for agents: schema, find, vector search, guarded writes, and interactive views.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
npmnpx -y @erichare/astra-mcpStreamable HTTPhttps://astra-widgets-mcp.vercel.app/mcp
Client configuration
Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.
mcpServers{
"mcpServers": {
"astra-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@erichare/astra-mcp"
]
}
}
}
About this server
Astra DB is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as npm, Streamable HTTP and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.
Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Astra DB MCP server?
Astra DB is an MCP server by erichare. Astra DB tools for agents: schema, find, vector search, guarded writes, and interactive views.
How do I install Astra DB?
Install it with: npx -y @erichare/astra-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is Astra DB free to use?
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/erichare/astra-db-plugin. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support Astra DB?
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.