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MCP Server Kubernetes

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MCP Server for kubernetes management commands

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Overview

mcp-server-kubernetes is a management server that connects to a Kubernetes cluster, enabling users to execute various management commands related to the cluster.

To use mcp-server-kubernetes, you need to install kubectl and have a valid kubeconfig file. Launch the server with the command 'npx mcp-server-kubernetes', and it will connect to your current kubectl context. Verify the connection by listing your pods or creating a test deployment.

  • Connects to a Kubernetes cluster seamlessly - Lists all pods, services, and deployments - Enables creating and deleting pods - Supports namespace management and Helm chart installations
  1. Managing deployments in a Kubernetes cluster
  2. Troubleshooting applications by retrieving pod logs
  3. Setting up testing environments using minikube or GKE

Add to your AI client

Use these steps to connect MCP Server Kubernetes in Cursor, Claude, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible apps. The same JSON appears in the Use with menu above for one-click copy.

Cursor

Add this to your .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root, then restart Cursor.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Desktop

Add this server entry to the mcpServers object in your Claude Desktop config, then restart the app.

~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json (macOS) or %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json (Windows)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Code

Add this to your project's .mcp.json file. Claude Code will detect it automatically.

.mcp.json (project root)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159"
      ]
    }
  }
}

VS Code (Copilot)

Add this to your .vscode/mcp.json file. Requires the GitHub Copilot extension with MCP support enabled.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "servers": {
    "mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Windsurf

Add this to your Windsurf MCP config file, then restart Windsurf.

~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Cline

Open Cline settings, navigate to MCP Servers, and add this server configuration.

Cline MCP Settings (via UI)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-mcp-server-kubernetes-flux159"
      ]
    }
  }
}

FAQ

What do I need to use mcp-server-kubernetes?

You need kubectl installed, a valid kubeconfig file, and access to a Kubernetes cluster.

Can I manage multiple clusters?

Not currently planned, as authentication and adding clusters to kubectx is not implemented yet.

What should I do if I encounter connection issues?

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