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Ctxfile

MCP server · by ctxfile

Other Tools
npm
v0.5.0

Local-first MCP server that snapshots your project's working state into one context object.

Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

npm
npx -y ctxfile

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ctxfile": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "ctxfile"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

Ctxfile is listed in the Other Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as npm 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 Ctxfile MCP server?

Ctxfile is an MCP server by ctxfile. Local-first MCP server that snapshots your project's working state into one context object.

How do I install Ctxfile?

Install it with: npx -y ctxfile. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is Ctxfile free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/ctxfile/ctxfile. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support Ctxfile?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.