PostgreSQL MCP Server
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A Model Context Protocol server that provides read-only access to PostgreSQL databases. This server enables LLMs to inspect database schemas and execute read-only queries.
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What is PostgreSQL MCP Server?
This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to provide LLMs with read-only access to PostgreSQL databases. It allows LLMs to understand the database schema and execute SQL queries without modifying the data.
How to use PostgreSQL MCP Server?
To use this server, configure it within the 'mcpServers' section of your 'claude_desktop_config.json' file, specifying the command and arguments for either Docker or NPX. Ensure the PostgreSQL URL points to your database instance. The server provides schema information via the /<table>/schema endpoint.
Key features of PostgreSQL MCP Server
Read-only SQL query execution
Automatic schema discovery
JSON schema information for tables
Integration with Claude Desktop
Docker and NPX deployment options
Use cases of PostgreSQL MCP Server
Allowing LLMs to answer questions based on data in a PostgreSQL database
Enabling LLMs to generate reports from database data
Providing LLMs with context about database schemas for better understanding
Integrating PostgreSQL data into LLM-powered applications
Data exploration and analysis using LLMs
FAQ from PostgreSQL MCP Server
What kind of queries can I execute?
What kind of queries can I execute?
Only read-only SQL queries are allowed.
How do I specify the database connection?
How do I specify the database connection?
The database connection is specified using a PostgreSQL URL in the configuration.
How do I get the schema information for a table?
How do I get the schema information for a table?
The server provides schema information for each table in the database via the /<table>/schema endpoint.
Can I use this server with other LLMs besides Claude?
Can I use this server with other LLMs besides Claude?
While the README mentions Claude Desktop, the server, being an MCP server, can potentially be used with any LLM that supports the Model Context Protocol.
What is the license for this server?
What is the license for this server?
This MCP server is licensed under the MIT License.