Prometheus MCP Server
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Prometheus MCP Server allows access to Prometheus data through a Model Context Protocol server. It provides a way to query and retrieve metrics data from Prometheus using a standardized protocol.
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What is Prometheus MCP Server?
Prometheus MCP Server is a tool that acts as an intermediary, enabling access to Prometheus metrics data via the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This allows applications and services that support MCP to seamlessly integrate with and query data from Prometheus.
How to use Prometheus MCP Server?
The server can be installed using Smithery or manually via pipx. After installation, it can be run with command-line arguments specifying the Prometheus server URL and authentication details (username/password or token). The server then exposes the Prometheus data through the MCP protocol.
Key features of Prometheus MCP Server
Access Prometheus data via MCP
Supports basic authentication and token-based authentication
Configurable evaluation timeout
Limits the number of returned series
Easy installation via Smithery or pipx
Use cases of Prometheus MCP Server
Integrating Prometheus data into applications that support MCP
Providing a standardized interface for querying Prometheus metrics
Enabling access to Prometheus data in multi-tenant environments using organization IDs
Automated monitoring and alerting systems
Real-time data analysis and visualization
FAQ from Prometheus MCP Server
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
MCP is a protocol for exchanging contextual information between different systems and applications.
How do I specify the Prometheus server URL?
How do I specify the Prometheus server URL?
Use the --url command-line argument followed by the URL of your Prometheus server.
How do I authenticate with the Prometheus server?
How do I authenticate with the Prometheus server?
You can use either --username and --password for basic authentication or --token for token-based authentication.
What is the default evaluation timeout?
What is the default evaluation timeout?
The default evaluation timeout is 30 seconds. You can change it using the --timeout argument.
How can I limit the number of returned series?
How can I limit the number of returned series?
Use the --limit argument to specify the maximum number of series to return.