Secure file operations with configurable access controls
The Filesystem MCP Server provides secure file operations with configurable access controls. It allows your AI assistant to read, write, search, and manage files within directories you explicitly allow.
Part of the official MCP reference servers, this is one of the most fundamental building blocks for AI workflows. It supports directory listing, file search, move/copy operations, and content reading with strict path restrictions.
Every file operation is sandboxed to the directories you configure. The server cannot access files outside the allowed paths, making it safe for use with sensitive project structures.
Add this to your MCP configuration file:
{
"mcpServers": {
"filesystem": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem",
"/path/to/allowed/directory"
],
"env": {}
}
}
}Official reference server with strong path sandboxing. Only accesses directories you explicitly configure.
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The path sandboxing gives me peace of mind. I can let Claude manage my project files without worrying about it touching anything else.
Essential building block for any MCP setup. The file search capability is surprisingly fast even on large codebases.