How do I install Git?

Git is a local plugin. Install it using npm package: @raytien/git-mcp-server and add the generated configuration snippet to your AI app's MCP config file. Then restart your AI app.

What credentials does Git need?

Git requires the following credentials or environment variables: GIT_PROVIDER, GIT_TOKEN, GIT_API_URL, GIT_READ_ONLY. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Git?

Git 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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Git MCP Server

by Ray0907

Developer ToolsLow Risk10.0Local

Free

MCP server for GitLab and GitHub

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MCP server for GitLab and GitHub

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

Provider type: gitlab or githubOptional

Environment variable: GIT_PROVIDER

Personal Access Token for GitHub or GitLabRequired

Environment variable: GIT_TOKEN

API URL for self-hosted instancesOptional

Environment variable: GIT_API_URL

Disable write operations (true/false)Optional

Environment variable: GIT_READ_ONLY

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-ray0907-git-mcp-server": {
      "env": {
        "GIT_TOKEN": "your-git-token-here",
        "GIT_API_URL": "your-git-api-url-here",
        "GIT_PROVIDER": "your-git-provider-here",
        "GIT_READ_ONLY": "your-git-read-only-here"
      },
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@raytien/git-mcp-server"
      ],
      "command": "npx"
    }
  }
}

Security Report

10.0

Low Risk10.0Low Risk

Valid MCP server (1 strong, 1 medium validity signals). No known CVEs in dependencies. Package registry verified. Imported from the Official MCP Registry.

29 tools verified · Open access · 1 issue found

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