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Apple Notes MCP Server

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This server allows Claude Desktop to access and search your local Apple Notes database. It enables Claude to utilize your notes for enhanced context and information retrieval.

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What is Apple Notes MCP Server?

The Apple Notes MCP Server is a tool that integrates with Claude Desktop to provide it with access to your Apple Notes data. It reads your local Apple Notes database and exposes it to Claude, allowing Claude to search and retrieve information from your notes.

How to use Apple Notes MCP Server?

  1. Install the server using uv or pip. 2. Configure the server in your Claude Desktop configuration file (claude_desktop_config.json). 3. Grant Full Disk Access to the server in MacOS. 4. Use the provided prompts (get-all-notes, read-note, search-notes) within Claude to interact with your notes.

Key features of Apple Notes MCP Server

  • Reads local Apple Notes database

  • Provides prompts for note retrieval and search

  • Integrates with Claude Desktop

  • Allows Claude to access and utilize note content

Use cases of Apple Notes MCP Server

  • Enabling Claude to answer questions based on your notes

  • Providing Claude with context from your notes for improved responses

  • Searching for specific information within your notes using Claude

  • Allowing Claude to summarize or analyze your notes

FAQ from Apple Notes MCP Server

Does it support encrypted notes?

No, it does not currently handle encrypted notes.

Can I create or edit notes using this server?

No, the server only supports reading notes, not creating or editing them.

Does it support attachments?

No, attachment content retrieval is not currently supported.

How do I grant Full Disk Access on MacOS?

Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Privacy > Full Disk Access, and add the server application to the list.

Where can I find the MCP Inspector?

The MCP Inspector is available at https://github.com/modelcontextprotocol/inspector.