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Linear MCP Server

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This is a deprecated Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for the Linear API, enabling LLMs to interact with Linear issues. It provides integration with Linear's issue tracking system through MCP.

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What is Linear MCP Server?

The Linear MCP Server was a tool that allowed Large Language Models (LLMs) to interact with the Linear issue tracking system via the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It provided a set of tools and resources to create, update, search, and comment on Linear issues.

How to use Linear MCP Server?

While deprecated, the server could be installed automatically via Smithery or manually by configuring a Linear API key and adding the server config to Claude Desktop's configuration file. The server provided tools accessible through the MCP protocol, allowing LLMs to execute actions like creating issues or searching for existing ones.

Key features of Linear MCP Server

  • Create Linear issues

  • Update existing issues

  • Search issues with flexible filtering

  • Get issues assigned to a user

  • Add comments to issues

Use cases of Linear MCP Server

  • Creating bug reports based on user descriptions

  • Finding in-progress frontend tasks

  • Summarizing recent updates on issues for mobile app development

  • Analyzing the current workload for a specific team

  • Showing high-priority issues assigned to a user

FAQ from Linear MCP Server

Is this server still maintained?

No, this MCP Server is now deprecated and is no longer being maintained. The official Linear remote MCP server is recommended.

Where can I find the official Linear remote MCP server?

The official Linear remote MCP server can be found at https://mcp.linear.app/sse.

What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a protocol that enables LLMs to interact with external tools and services.

How do I get a Linear API key?

You can create or get a Linear API key for your team at https://linear.app/YOUR-TEAM/settings/api.

What license is this server under?

This MCP server is licensed under the MIT License.