How do I install Kicad?

Kicad is a local plugin. Install it using PyPI package: mcp-server-kicad and add the generated configuration snippet to your AI app's MCP config file. Then restart your AI app.

Is Kicad safe to use?

Kicad was flagged by MCP Marketplace's security scan, scoring 4.2/10 (high risk). It has 5 high or critical findings to review. Review the security report on this page carefully before installing it.

What AI apps work with Kicad?

Kicad 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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Kicad MCP Server

by ProductOfAmerica

Developer ToolsUse Caution4.2MCP RegistryLocal

Free

Server data from the Official MCP Registry

KiCad schematic capture, PCB layout, ERC, DRC, and manufacturing exports

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KiCad schematic capture, PCB layout, ERC, DRC, and manufacturing exports

Security Report

4.2

Use Caution4.2High Risk

This is a well-structured KiCad MCP server with proper design patterns and security considerations for file manipulation. The code demonstrates appropriate input validation, error handling, and safe subprocess usage. Minimal findings are present and do not significantly impact security; the server's permissions align well with its purpose as an EDA tool that needs file I/O and subprocess execution for KiCad operations. Supply chain analysis found 5 known vulnerabilities in dependencies (0 critical, 5 high severity). Package verification found 1 issue.

3 files analyzed · 10 issues 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 Read

Reads files on your machine. Normal for tools that analyze or process local data.

File System Write

Writes or modifies files on your machine. Check that this is expected for the tool.

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.

HTTP Network Access

Connects to external APIs or services over the internet.

process_spawn

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

system_info

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

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-productofamerica-mcp-server-kicad": {
      "args": [
        "mcp-server-kicad"
      ],
      "command": "uvx"
    }
  }
}

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