Standalone Postgres MCP server — schema-aware, read-only by default, installable everywhere.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
npx -y nexql-mcpnexql-mcpClient configuration
Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.
{
"mcpServers": {
"nexql-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"nexql-mcp"
]
}
}
}About this server
NexQL Postgres MCP is listed in the Databases category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as npm, cargo 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 NexQL Postgres MCP MCP server?＋
NexQL Postgres MCP is an MCP server by NexQL-OSS. Standalone Postgres MCP server — schema-aware, read-only by default, installable everywhere.
How do I install NexQL Postgres MCP?＋
Install it with: npx -y nexql-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is NexQL Postgres MCP free to use?＋
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/NexQL-OSS/mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support NexQL Postgres MCP?＋
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.