MotherDuck
DuckDB cloud warehouse, SQL
About MotherDuck
MotherDuck is a serverless cloud data warehouse built on DuckDB. Its remote MCP server lets assistants explore schemas, run SQL, and analyze warehouse data using natural language against the databases teams already manage in MotherDuck.
Connection details
https://api.motherduck.com/mcp- Transport
- Streamable HTTP
- Authentication
- OAuth
Setup
claude mcp add motherduck --transport http https://api.motherduck.com/mcpFrequently asked questions
What is the MotherDuck remote MCP server?
The MotherDuck remote MCP server is a hosted Model Context Protocol endpoint at https://api.motherduck.com/mcp, so AI assistants can connect to it without installing or running anything locally. MotherDuck is a serverless cloud data warehouse built on DuckDB. Its remote MCP server lets assistants explore schemas, run SQL, and analyze warehouse data using natural language against the databases teams already manage in MotherDuck.
How do I connect to the MotherDuck MCP server?
Add the endpoint https://api.motherduck.com/mcp to any MCP-compatible client such as Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, or VS Code. The setup snippets on this page configure each client in one step.
Does the MotherDuck MCP server require authentication?
Yes. MotherDuck uses OAuth: the first time you connect, your MCP client opens a browser window to sign in and authorize access, then reuses the credentials for future sessions.
Which transport does the MotherDuck MCP server use?
MotherDuck exposes a Streamable HTTP endpoint, the current standard transport for the Model Context Protocol, supported by all major MCP clients.