MotherDuck's DuckDB MCP Server
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An MCP server implementation that interacts with DuckDB and MotherDuck databases, providing SQL analytics capabilities to AI Assistants and IDEs. It enables hybrid execution, cloud storage integration, and data sharing.
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What is MotherDuck's DuckDB MCP Server?
This is an MCP server that allows AI Assistants and IDEs to query data from local DuckDB databases and cloud-based MotherDuck databases using SQL. It provides a bridge between these databases and tools that can leverage SQL for data analysis.
How to use MotherDuck's DuckDB MCP Server?
To use this server, you need to install it and configure it with your AI Assistant or IDE, such as Cursor, VS Code, or Claude Desktop. The configuration involves specifying the command to run the server and any necessary arguments, such as the database path and MotherDuck token. You can then use SQL queries within your AI Assistant or IDE to interact with the databases.
Key features of MotherDuck's DuckDB MCP Server
Hybrid execution: query data from local DuckDB or/and cloud-based MotherDuck databases
Cloud storage integration: access data stored in Amazon S3 or other cloud storage thanks to MotherDuck's integrations
Data sharing: create and share databases
SQL analytics: use DuckDB's SQL dialect to query any size of data directly from your AI Assistant or IDE
Serverless architecture: run analytics without needing to configure instances or clusters
Use cases of MotherDuck's DuckDB MCP Server
Querying data from local CSV files using SQL within an AI assistant.
Joining data from a local DuckDB database with a table in MotherDuck for comprehensive analysis.
Analyzing data stored in Amazon S3 using SQL queries.
Creating and sharing databases with collaborators through MotherDuck.
Enabling AI assistants to perform data analysis tasks via SQL.
FAQ from MotherDuck's DuckDB MCP Server
What is an MCP server?
What is an MCP server?
MCP stands for Machine Communication Protocol. In this context, it's a server that allows different applications (like AI assistants and IDEs) to communicate and interact with databases.
How do I get a MotherDuck token?
How do I get a MotherDuck token?
Sign up for a MotherDuck account at app.motherduck.com and generate an access token via the MotherDuck UI under settings/tokens.
Can I use this server with local DuckDB databases?
Can I use this server with local DuckDB databases?
Yes, you can connect to a local DuckDB database file or use an in-memory database.
What if I encounter connection issues?
What if I encounter connection issues?
Verify your MotherDuck token is correct. For local file access problems, ensure the --home-dir parameter is set correctly. Check that the uvx command is available in your PATH.
How can I secure my MCP server when querying MotherDuck?
How can I secure my MCP server when querying MotherDuck?
Use a read scaling token and run the MCP server in SaaS mode to restrict write capabilities and enhance security.