How do I install HNmcp?

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

What AI apps work with HNmcp?

HNmcp 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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HNmcp

by Xodn348

Developer ToolsModerate5.2MCP RegistryLocal

Free

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AI-native HackerNews MCP Server. Find HN content that matters with explainable quality signals.

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AI-native HackerNews MCP Server. Find HN content that matters with explainable quality signals.

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-xodn348-readhn": {
      "args": [
        "readhn"
      ],
      "command": "uvx"
    }
  }
}

Security Report

5.2

Moderate5.2Moderate Risk

Well-structured HackerNews MCP server with appropriate authentication patterns, solid error handling, and permissions that match its purpose. Minor areas for improvement include input validation and broader exception handling patterns. Supply chain analysis found 4 known vulnerabilities in dependencies (0 critical, 2 high severity). Package verification found 1 issue.

Scanned 4 files · 8 findings

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.

HTTP Network Access

Connects to external APIs or services over the internet.

File System Read

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

env_vars

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

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