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Ghost Admin API

mtane0412

by mtane0412

Automate your Ghost blogs with the Ghost Admin API. Manage content and custom publishing workflows easily for Ghost CMS.

Integrates with Ghost CMS's Admin API to enable automated content management and custom publishing workflows for Ghost blogs.

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Full CRUD operations for all Ghost content typesRequires Ghost Admin API key

best for

  • / Content creators automating publishing workflows
  • / Developers building custom Ghost integrations
  • / Teams managing multiple Ghost sites
  • / Automated content migration and backup

capabilities

  • / Create and edit blog posts and pages
  • / Manage tags and authors
  • / Handle member accounts and subscriptions
  • / Search through existing content
  • / Upload images to Ghost
  • / Delete and update content remotely

what it does

Connects to Ghost CMS Admin API for automated content management. Create, edit, and manage blog posts, pages, tags, authors, and members programmatically.

about

Ghost Admin API is a community-built MCP server published by mtane0412 that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. Automate your Ghost blogs with the Ghost Admin API. Manage content and custom publishing workflows easily for Ghost CMS. It is categorized under developer tools, productivity.

how to install

You can install Ghost Admin API in your AI client of choice. Use the install panel on this page to get one-click setup for Cursor, Claude Desktop, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients. This server runs locally on your machine via the stdio transport.

license

MIT

Ghost Admin API is released under the MIT license. This is a permissive open-source license, meaning you can freely use, modify, and distribute the software.

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Ghost MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates with the Ghost Admin API. This server enables programmatic access to Ghost CMS features including post management, page management, member management, and more.

Features

  • Post Management (create, read, update, delete, search)
  • Page Management (create, read, update, delete)
  • Tag Management
  • Author Management
  • Member Management (create, read, update, delete, search)
  • Image Upload Support

Prerequisites

  • Node.js (v18 or higher recommended)
  • Ghost CMS instance
  • Ghost Admin API key

Installation

Install the package using npm:

npm install @mtane0412/ghost-mcp-server

Configuration

  1. Create a new custom integration in your Ghost Admin dashboard under Settings > Integrations.

  2. Set the following environment variables:

# macOS/Linux
export GHOST_URL="https://your-ghost-blog.com"
export GHOST_ADMIN_API_KEY="your_admin_api_key"

# Windows (PowerShell)
$env:GHOST_URL="https://your-ghost-blog.com"
$env:GHOST_ADMIN_API_KEY="your_admin_api_key"

Alternatively, you can create a .env file:

GHOST_URL=https://your-ghost-blog.com
GHOST_ADMIN_API_KEY=your_admin_api_key

Usage

After installation, start the server with:

npx @mtane0412/ghost-mcp-server

Available Tools

get_posts

Retrieves a list of blog posts.

Input:

{
  "limit": "number", // Optional: Number of posts to retrieve (1-100, default: 10)
  "page": "number"   // Optional: Page number (default: 1)
}

get_post

Retrieves a specific post by ID.

Input:

{
  "id": "string" // Required: Post ID
}

search_posts

Searches for posts.

Input:

{
  "query": "string", // Required: Search query
  "limit": "number"  // Optional: Number of posts to retrieve (1-100, default: 10)
}

create_post

Creates a new post.

Input:

{
  "title": "string",     // Required: Post title
  "html": "string",      // Optional: HTML content
  "lexical": "string",   // Optional: Lexical content
  "status": "string",    // Optional: Post status (published/draft/scheduled)
  "visibility": "string" // Optional: Visibility level (public/members/paid/tiers)
}

update_post

Updates an existing post.

Input:

{
  "id": "string",       // Required: Post ID
  "title": "string",    // Optional: Post title
  "html": "string",     // Optional: HTML content
  "lexical": "string",  // Optional: Lexical content
  "status": "string"    // Optional: Post status
}

delete_post

Deletes a post.

Input:

{
  "id": "string" // Required: Post ID
}

get_pages

Retrieves a list of pages.

Input:

{
  "limit": "number",     // Optional: Number of pages to retrieve (1-100, default: 10)
  "page": "number",      // Optional: Page number (default: 1)
  "order": "string",     // Optional: Sort order
  "formats": ["string"], // Optional: Content formats (html/mobiledoc/lexical)
  "include": ["string"]  // Optional: Related data to include (authors/tags)
}

get_members

Retrieves a list of members.

Input:

{
  "limit": "number",     // Optional: Number of members to retrieve (1-100, default: 10)
  "page": "number",      // Optional: Page number (default: 1)
  "order": "string",     // Optional: Sort order
  "include": ["string"]  // Optional: Related data to include (labels/newsletters)
}

search_members

Searches for members.

Input:

{
  "query": "string",     // Required: Search query
  "limit": "number",     // Optional: Number of members to retrieve (1-100, default: 10)
  "include": ["string"]  // Optional: Related data to include (labels/newsletters)
}

upload_image

Uploads an image.

Input:

{
  "file": "string",   // Required: Base64 encoded image data
  "purpose": "string" // Optional: Image purpose (image/profile_image/icon)
}

Debugging

Since MCP servers communicate over stdio, debugging can be challenging. We recommend using the MCP Inspector, which is available as a package script:

npm run inspect

The Inspector will provide a URL to access debugging tools in your browser.

License

MIT License

FAQ

What is the Ghost Admin API MCP server?
Ghost Admin API is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server profile on explainx.ai. MCP lets AI hosts (e.g. Claude Desktop, Cursor) call tools and resources through a standard interface; this page summarizes categories, install hints, and community ratings.
How do MCP servers relate to agent skills?
Skills are reusable instruction packages (often SKILL.md); MCP servers expose live capabilities. Teams frequently combine both—skills for workflows, MCP for APIs and data. See explainx.ai/skills and explainx.ai/mcp-servers for parallel directories.
How are reviews shown for Ghost Admin API?
This profile displays 41 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.6 out of 5—verify behavior in your own environment before production use.

Use Cases

Extended AI Capabilities

Add new capabilities to Claude beyond text generation

Example

Access external data sources, execute code, interact with tools and services

Transform Claude from chatbot to action-taking agent

Context Enhancement

Provide Claude with access to relevant context and data

Example

Load project documentation, access knowledge bases, query databases

Get more accurate, context-aware responses

Workflow Automation

Automate multi-step workflows combining AI and external tools

Example

Research → Summarize → Create document → Send notification

Complete complex tasks end-to-end without manual steps

Implementation Guide

Prerequisites

  • Claude Desktop 0.7.0+ or Cursor IDE with MCP support
  • Basic understanding of MCP architecture and capabilities
  • Access credentials for integrated services (if required)
  • Willingness to experiment and iterate on configuration

Time Estimate

15-60 minutes depending on server complexity

Installation Steps

  1. 1.Install MCP server: npm install -g [package-name] or via GitHub
  2. 2.Add server configuration to ~/.claude/mcp.json
  3. 3.Provide required credentials and configuration
  4. 4.Restart Claude Desktop to load new server
  5. 5.Test basic functionality with simple prompts
  6. 6.Explore capabilities and experiment with use cases
  7. 7.Document successful patterns for reuse

Troubleshooting

  • MCP server not loading: Check config syntax, verify installation
  • Connection errors: Check network, firewall, credentials
  • Feature not working: Read server docs, check required parameters
  • Performance issues: Monitor resource usage, check for network latency
  • Conflicts with other servers: Check port assignments, namespace collisions

Best Practices

✓ Do

  • +Read server documentation thoroughly before setup
  • +Start with simple use cases to validate functionality
  • +Test in non-production environment first
  • +Monitor resource usage and performance
  • +Keep servers updated for bug fixes and new features
  • +Document configuration for team members
  • +Use environment variables for sensitive configuration

✗ Don't

  • Don't grant overly permissive access to MCP servers
  • Don't skip reading security considerations in docs
  • Don't expose sensitive data without proper controls
  • Don't run untrusted MCP servers without code review
  • Don't ignore error messages—investigate root cause

💡 Pro Tips

  • Combine multiple MCP servers for powerful workflows
  • Create custom MCP servers for your specific needs
  • Share successful configurations with team
  • Use MCP inspector for debugging
  • Join MCP community for tips and troubleshooting

Technical Details

Architecture

Model Context Protocol standardizes how AI hosts (Claude, Cursor) communicate with external tools and data sources through server implementations.

Protocols

  • Model Context Protocol (MCP)
  • JSON-RPC 2.0
  • stdio or HTTP transport

Compatibility

  • Claude Desktop
  • Cursor IDE
  • Custom MCP clients

When to Use This

✓ Use When

Use when you need Claude to access external data, execute actions, or integrate with tools. Best for extending AI capabilities beyond conversation.

✗ Avoid When

Avoid when native integrations exist (use official APIs directly), for real-time critical systems, or when security/compliance requires zero external dependencies.

Integration

  • Tool composition: Chain multiple MCP tools in workflows
  • Context augmentation: Provide AI with relevant external data
  • Action delegation: Let AI execute tasks on external systems
  • Bidirectional sync: Keep AI context and external systems in sync

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4.641 reviews
  • Sophia Diallo· Dec 28, 2024

    I recommend Ghost Admin API for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.

  • Pratham Ware· Dec 12, 2024

    Ghost Admin API is a well-scoped MCP server in the explainx.ai directory — install snippets and categories matched our Claude Code setup.

  • Dhruvi Jain· Dec 4, 2024

    Strong directory entry: Ghost Admin API surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.

  • Noor Smith· Dec 4, 2024

    We evaluated Ghost Admin API against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.

  • Oshnikdeep· Nov 23, 2024

    Ghost Admin API has been reliable for tool-calling workflows; the MCP profile page is a good permalink for internal docs.

  • Benjamin Zhang· Nov 23, 2024

    Useful MCP listing: Ghost Admin API is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.

  • Dev Wang· Nov 19, 2024

    According to our notes, Ghost Admin API benefits from clear Model Context Protocol framing — fewer ambiguous “AI plugin” claims.

  • Sophia Taylor· Nov 7, 2024

    Ghost Admin API is a well-scoped MCP server in the explainx.ai directory — install snippets and categories matched our Claude Code setup.

  • Sophia Kapoor· Oct 26, 2024

    We wired Ghost Admin API into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • Ganesh Mohane· Oct 14, 2024

    According to our notes, Ghost Admin API benefits from clear Model Context Protocol framing — fewer ambiguous “AI plugin” claims.

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