How do I install Redis?

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

Is Redis safe to use?

Redis scored 5.2/10 (moderate risk) in MCP Marketplace's automated security scan. It has 3 high or critical findings to review. It's listed, but review the security report on this page before installing.

What credentials does Redis need?

Redis requires the following credentials or environment variables: UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_URL, UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_TOKEN, UPSTASH_REDIS_TCP_URL. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Redis?

Redis 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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Redis MCP Server

by Upstash

Data & AnalyticsModerate5.2MCP RegistryLocal

Free

Server data from the Official MCP Registry

Run Redis commands and look up Upstash Redis Search docs against Upstash Redis over HTTP or TCP.

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Run Redis commands and look up Upstash Redis Search docs against Upstash Redis over HTTP or TCP.

Security Report

5.2

Moderate5.2Moderate Risk

This is a well-structured MCP server for Upstash Redis with solid security practices. Authentication is properly handled via environment variables and CLI flags without hardcoding secrets. The codebase demonstrates good input validation, secure credential normalization that avoids leaking passwords in error messages, and appropriate error handling. Minor code quality observations exist around broad exception handling and logging, but these do not introduce security vulnerabilities. Permissions are appropriate for the server's stated purpose of executing Redis commands. Supply chain analysis found 4 known vulnerabilities in dependencies (0 critical, 3 high severity). Package verification found 1 issue.

7 files analyzed · 9 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.

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.

TCP Network Access

Opens direct network connections, common for database or messaging tools.

File System Read

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

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

Upstash Redis REST URL (HTTP transport).Optional

Environment variable: UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_URL

Upstash Redis REST token (HTTP transport).Required

Environment variable: UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_TOKEN

Upstash Redis rediss:// connection string (TCP transport).Required

Environment variable: UPSTASH_REDIS_TCP_URL

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-upstash-redis-mcp": {
      "env": {
        "UPSTASH_REDIS_TCP_URL": "your-upstash-redis-tcp-url-here",
        "UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_URL": "your-upstash-redis-rest-url-here",
        "UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_TOKEN": "your-upstash-redis-rest-token-here"
      },
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@upstash/redis-mcp"
      ],
      "command": "npx"
    }
  }
}

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