Octopus

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Install

Add this to your client's MCP configuration (Claude Desktop: claude_desktop_config.json; Cursor: .cursor/mcp.json; VS Code and others use the same "mcpServers" shape).

Remote (streamable-http)
Claude Code
claude mcp add --transport http octopus 'https://tryoctopus.com/mcp'
JSON configuration (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code)
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "octopus": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://tryoctopus.com/mcp"
        }
    }
}

Frequently asked questions

What is Octopus?

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How do I install Octopus?

It runs as a remote server. In Claude Code: claude mcp add --transport http octopus 'https://tryoctopus.com/mcp'. For other clients, paste the JSON configuration from this page into their MCP settings.

Does Octopus need an API key?

Its registry entry lists no required key or secret. Some features may still need an account with the service it connects to.

Who maintains Octopus?

It is published by com.tryoctopus. AI.tn lists it but does not maintain or endorse it.

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