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MCP IPFS Server

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The MCP IPFS Server facilitates interaction between models, agents, and contextual data using the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and IPFS for decentralized data storage. It allows users to upload, retrieve, pin, and unpin files on IPFS through MCP requests.

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What is MCP IPFS Server?

The MCP IPFS Server is a server that integrates the Model Context Protocol (MCP) with the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS). It enables users to interact with IPFS for storing and managing files through MCP requests, leveraging Claude AI for processing and enhancing interactions.

How to use MCP IPFS Server?

To use the MCP IPFS Server, deploy it using the provided installation instructions for Claude Code or Claude Desktop. Once deployed, you can interact with it through Claude by using specific prompts to perform file operations like uploading, getting, pinning, and unpinning files. Example prompts are provided in the README.

Key features of MCP IPFS Server

  • File upload to IPFS

  • File retrieval from IPFS by CID

  • File pinning by CID

  • File unpinning by CID

  • Directory listing by CID

Use cases of MCP IPFS Server

  • Storing model context data on a decentralized system

  • Sharing model outputs and inputs securely

  • Managing large datasets for AI models

  • Creating verifiable and tamper-proof data storage for AI applications

FAQ from MCP IPFS Server

What is MCP?

Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a standard for interaction between models, agents, and contextual data.

What is IPFS?

InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) is a distributed file system that enables decentralized data storage and sharing.

What are the requirements for deploying the server?

Node.js (recommended version 18+) and NPM or Yarn are required.

How do I upload a file to IPFS?

Use the 'upload-file' operation with a prompt like: "Please upload the file at ~/Pictures/example.jpg to my Pinata account as a private file named 'My Example Image'"

Where can I report issues?

Send an email to [email protected] with any issues you may encounter!