Npx Y convex@latest mcp start
npx -y convex@latest mcp aConvex’s MCP server lets you introspect tables, call functions, and read/write data seamlessly. Agents can generate one-off queries safely—thanks to Convex’s sandboxed queries, ensuring data integrity. Perfect for AI automation, real-time apps, and dynamic data access.
Overview
Convex is an open-source reactive database designed for web app developers, enabling seamless data fetching and business logic execution using TypeScript.
To use Convex, you can either utilize the cloud platform for easy setup or self-host it using Docker or a prebuilt binary. Follow the documentation for detailed guides.
- Reactive database for real-time data access - Strong consistency with TypeScript for business logic - Cloud platform with a generous free tier - Self-hosting options available
- Building dynamic live-updating web applications
- Automating AI-driven data interactions
- Managing real-time data for collaborative tools
Add to your AI client
Use these steps to connect Npx Y convex@latest mcp start 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": {
"npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex"
]
}
}
}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": {
"npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex"
]
}
}
}Claude Code
Add this to your project's .mcp.json file. Claude Code will detect it automatically.
.mcp.json (project root)
{
"mcpServers": {
"npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex"
]
}
}
}VS Code (Copilot)
Add this to your .vscode/mcp.json file. Requires the GitHub Copilot extension with MCP support enabled.
.vscode/mcp.json
{
"servers": {
"npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex"
]
}
}
}Windsurf
Add this to your Windsurf MCP config file, then restart Windsurf.
~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex"
]
}
}
}Cline
Open Cline settings, navigate to MCP Servers, and add this server configuration.
Cline MCP Settings (via UI)
{
"mcpServers": {
"npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-npx-y-convex-latest-mcp-start-get-convex"
]
}
}
}FAQ
Is Convex suitable for all types of web applications?
Yes! Convex is designed to support a wide range of web applications, from small projects to large-scale systems.
Can I self-host Convex?
Yes! Convex can be self-hosted with various tools and platforms, and detailed instructions are available in the self-hosting guide.
What programming language is used with Convex?
Convex primarily uses TypeScript for writing server functions and business logic.