axe MCP Server
OfficialEnables GitHub Copilot to scan web pages for accessibility issues and provide AI-powered code-level remediation guidance.
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., "@axe MCP Serverscan https://example.com for accessibility issues"
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.
axe MCP Server
Official Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for Axe DevTools for Web. Find and fix accessibility issues directly in your IDE with Claude, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and other AI coding agents.
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Our documentation includes:
Complete setup instructions for major MCP clients
Configuration options and environment variables
Recommended prompts and usage examples
Troubleshooting guides
Advanced features and best practices
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What It Does
The Axe MCP Server provides two tools to AI agents:
analyze: Scan web pages for accessibility using axe
remediate: Get AI-powered, code-level guidance to fix accessibility issues (with which coding agents can perform automatic source code remediation)
Requirements
Docker
Subscription to Axe DevTools for Web
axe MCP Server API key (get your API key here)
MCP-compatible client (Claude Desktop, VS Code, Cursor, etc.)
Note: Requires a paid Axe DevTools for Web subscription.
Support
For technical support, bug reports, and feature requests:
Email: helpdesk@deque.com
Support Portal: support.deque.com
Pricing & Sales
Product Page: deque.com/axe/mcp-server
Contact Sales: deque.com/contact
About Deque
Deque Systems is the trusted leader in digital accessibility.
LinkedIn: Deque Systems
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