MCP-Delete
local-only server
The server can only run on the client’s local machine because it depends on local resources.
Integrations
Provides specific configuration paths and instructions for macOS users to enable file deletion capabilities.
@qpd-v/mcp-delete
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides file deletion capabilities. This server allows AI assistants to safely delete files when needed, with support for both relative and absolute paths.
Features
- Delete files using relative or absolute paths
- Smart path resolution that tries multiple potential paths
- Clear error messages with detailed path resolution information
- Safe file existence checks before deletion
- Works with Claude and other MCP-compatible AI assistants
Examples
Using with Claude Desktop
Using with VSCode Roo Cline Extension
Installation
Installing via Smithery
To install File Deletion for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:
Manual Installation
Or install globally:
Configuration
Claude Desktop
Add the server configuration to your Claude Desktop config file:
Windows:
MacOS:
VSCode Extension
Add the server configuration to your Cline settings:
Windows:
MacOS:
Available Tools
delete_file
Deletes a file at the specified path.
Parameters:
path
(string, required): Path to the file to delete (relative to working directory or absolute)
Example usage in Claude:
Path Resolution
The server intelligently handles path resolution by trying multiple approaches:
- The exact path as provided
- Path relative to the current working directory
- Path relative to a specified base directory
This makes it more user-friendly as files can be referenced by relative paths and the server will attempt to locate them correctly.
Development
Clone the repository:
Install dependencies:
Build the server:
For development with auto-rebuild:
Debugging
Since MCP servers communicate over stdio, debugging can be challenging. Use the MCP Inspector for debugging:
This will provide a URL to access debugging tools in your browser.
License
MIT
Author
qpd-v
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A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides file deletion capabilities. This server allows AI assistants to safely delete files when needed, with support for both relative and absolute paths.