Gitea MCP Server

What is the Gitea MCP Server?

The Gitea MCP Server is an integration tool designed to connect Gitea, a popular self-hosted Git service, with systems using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It enables users to manage their Gitea repositories and execute commands directly through MCP-compatible chat interfaces or AI assistants.

How to Use

To utilize the Gitea MCP Server, you will need the web address (URL) of your Gitea instance and a personal access token generated from your Gitea account. You then configure your chosen MCP client, like Cursor or a VS Code plugin. This configuration involves telling the client how to launch the Gitea MCP server process and providing your Gitea host URL and access token, typically via command-line arguments or environment variables. Installation options include direct VS Code integration, downloading a pre-built binary, or building from source.

Key Features

• Connects MCP clients directly to your Gitea instance.
• Enables Gitea command execution via chat interfaces.
• Facilitates Gitea repository management through MCP tools.
• Offers multiple installation methods (VS Code, Binary, Source).
• Integrates with tools like Cursor and VS Code plugins.

User Case Example

A developer using an AI assistant integrated with the Gitea MCP Server could simply type a command like list all my repositories into their chat interface to quickly see their projects hosted on their Gitea instance, without needing to open the Gitea web UI.

FAQ

What do I need to get started with the Gitea MCP Server?

You primarily need the URL for your Gitea instance, a Gitea personal access token, and an MCP client configured to use the server.

What can I do with this server?

It allows you to interact with your Gitea instance for tasks like repository management and command execution directly from an MCP-compatible chat or tool.