Required runtime environment for the MCP server, enabling the execution of database management operations through a Node.js application.
Provides PostgreSQL database management capabilities, including analyzing existing PostgreSQL setups, implementation guidance, debugging database issues, managing schemas, migrating data, and monitoring database performance.
Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@PostgreSQL MCP Servershow me the top 10 customers by total orders"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
PostgreSQL MCP Server
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides direct PostgreSQL database query execution capabilities. This server enables custom SQL query execution against PostgreSQL databases with support for parameterized queries and configurable timeouts. This project is designed specifically for use with the Cursor IDE.
Prerequisites
Node.js >= 18.0.0
PostgreSQL server (for target database operations)
Network access to target PostgreSQL instances
Related MCP server: PostgreSQL MCP Server
Installation
Installing via Smithery
To install PostgreSQL Database Query Server for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:
Manual Installation
Clone the repository
Install dependencies:
npm installBuild the server:
npm run buildAdd to MCP settings file:
{ "mcpServers": { "postgresql-mcp": { "command": "node", "args": ["/Users/1Levick3/Desktop/postgresql-mcp-server/build/index.js"], "disabled": false, "alwaysAllow": [], "env": { "POSTGRES_CONNECTION_STRING": "postgresUrl", "POSTGRES_SSL_CERT_PATH": "/Users/1levick3/Desktop/root.crt" } } } }
Development
npm run dev- Start development server with hot reloadnpm run lint- Run ESLintnpm test- Run tests
Security Considerations
Connection Security
Uses connection pooling
Implements connection timeouts
Validates connection strings
Supports SSL/TLS connections
Contributing
Fork the repository
Create a feature branch
Commit your changes
Push to the branch
Create a Pull Request