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Prometheus

Run PromQL queries and inspect alerts.

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Prometheus is a Model Context Protocol server in the Developer Tools category. It lets AI assistants that speak MCP call its tools and read its resources over STDIO.

Example tools

Illustrative tool names — the actual tool set is defined by the server at runtime.

list_resources
Enumerate resources exposed by this MCP
get_resource
Fetch a resource by ID
invoke
Invoke the primary action of this MCP

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prometheus.

What is the Prometheus MCP for?
The Prometheus MCP allows you to run PromQL queries and inspect alerts directly from an MCP client. This is useful for developers who want to integrate Prometheus monitoring into their development workflows.
How do I install the Prometheus MCP in a client like Claude Desktop?
Installation typically involves adding the Prometheus MCP server's repository URL to your client's MCP configuration. You would then select and enable the Prometheus MCP from the available server list within the client's settings.
Does the Prometheus MCP require any authentication credentials?
No, the Prometheus MCP does not require any authentication. It operates with an 'Auth type: none' configuration, meaning you can use it without API keys or OAuth tokens.
What are the key capabilities exposed by the Prometheus MCP?
The Prometheus MCP primarily exposes capabilities for executing PromQL queries and viewing Prometheus alerts. It acts as a bridge to interact with a Prometheus instance from your MCP client.
Is there a cost associated with using the Prometheus MCP?
The Prometheus MCP itself is open-source and provided by the community, so there is no direct cost for the MCP server software. However, the cost of running an underlying Prometheus instance depends on your infrastructure and deployment choices.
What is a common prerequisite for using the Prometheus MCP?
A prerequisite for using the Prometheus MCP is having an active Prometheus server running and accessible from the machine where your MCP client is installed. The MCP server connects to your existing Prometheus deployment.

Install Prometheus

Claude Desktop

Add this to claude_desktop_config.json.

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

Cursor

Add this to ~/.cursor/mcp.json.

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

VS Code

Add this to your workspace settings.json.

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

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