Yes, Shell Exec is free to use.

How do I install Shell Exec?

Shell Exec is a local plugin. Install it using npm package: shell-exec-mcp and add the generated configuration snippet to your AI app's MCP config file. Then restart your AI app.

What credentials does Shell Exec need?

Shell Exec requires the following credentials or environment variables: MCP_TRANSPORT. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Shell Exec?

Shell Exec uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and works with any MCP-compatible AI app, including Claude, ChatGPT / Codex, Gemini, Copilot, Cursor, and more.

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Shell Exec MCP Server

by Domdomegg

Developer ToolsLow Risk10.0MCP RegistryLocal

Free

Server data from the Official MCP Registry

Execute bash commands with background job support.

About

Execute bash commands with background job support.

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

Transport type.Optional

Environment variable: MCP_TRANSPORT

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-domdomegg-shell-exec-mcp": {
      "env": {
        "MCP_TRANSPORT": "your-mcp-transport-here"
      },
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "shell-exec-mcp"
      ],
      "command": "npx"
    }
  }
}

Security Report

10.0

Low Risk10.0Low Risk

Valid MCP server (4 strong, 3 medium validity signals). No known CVEs in dependencies. Package registry verified. Imported from the Official MCP Registry. Trust signals: trusted author (23/23 approved).

7 files analyzed · 1 issue found

Security scores are indicators to help you make informed decisions, not guarantees. Always review permissions before connecting any MCP server.

Permissions Required

This plugin requests these system permissions. Most are normal for its category.

file_system

Check that this permission is expected for this type of plugin.

Shell Command Execution

Runs commands on your machine. Be cautious — only use if you trust this plugin.

env_vars

Check that this permission is expected for this type of plugin.

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What You'll Need

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