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ioBroker MCP Server — a configurable ioBroker server and smart home web server for home automation. Supports HTTP/HTTPS,

Provides a configurable web server foundation for ioBroker home automation systems to implement Model Context Protocol functionality. Features HTTP/HTTPS support, authentication, and basic REST API endpoints for adapter integration.

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Configurable through ioBroker admin interfaceBuilt-in authentication and SSL support

best for

  • / ioBroker home automation developers
  • / Building MCP server implementations
  • / Integrating home automation with AI assistants

capabilities

  • / Configure HTTP/HTTPS web server with custom ports
  • / Set up basic authentication for secure access
  • / Enable SSL/TLS encryption for connections
  • / Access REST API endpoints for adapter integration
  • / Query server status and capabilities
  • / Retrieve adapter information via API

what it does

Provides a configurable web server foundation for ioBroker home automation systems to implement Model Context Protocol functionality. Includes HTTP/HTTPS support, authentication, and basic REST API endpoints.

about

ioBroker MCP Server is an official MCP server published by ioBroker that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. ioBroker MCP Server — a configurable ioBroker server and smart home web server for home automation. Supports HTTP/HTTPS, It is categorized under developer tools.

how to install

You can install ioBroker MCP Server 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

ioBroker MCP Server is released under the MIT license. This is a permissive open-source license, meaning you can freely use, modify, and distribute the software.

readme

ioBroker.mcp

MCP server for ioBroker

Description

This adapter provides a simple web server for ioBroker that can be used as a basis for MCP (Model Context Protocol) server implementation.

Features

  • Configurable HTTP/HTTPS web server
  • Configurable port and bind address
  • Optional basic authentication
  • Optional SSL/TLS support
  • Simple REST API endpoints

Configuration

The adapter can be configured through the ioBroker admin interface using JSONConfig:

Server Configuration

  • Port: The port on which the web server will listen (default: 8093)
  • Bind Address: IP address to bind the server to (default: 0.0.0.0 for all interfaces)

Authentication

  • Enable Authentication: Enable basic authentication for the web server
  • Username: Username for basic authentication
  • Password: Password for basic authentication

SSL/TLS Configuration

  • Enable HTTPS: Enable HTTPS/SSL for secure connections
  • Public Certificate: Path to the public certificate file
  • Private Key: Path to the private key file
  • Chained Certificate: Path to the chained certificate file (optional)

API Endpoints

The server provides the following endpoints:

  • GET / - Basic server information
  • GET /status - Server status and uptime
  • GET /api/info - Adapter information
  • GET /api/capabilities - List of supported MCP capabilities

Installation

npm install iobroker.mcp

Or install via ioBroker admin interface.

Changelog

0.0.1 (2025-01-03)

  • Initial release with basic web server functionality
  • Configurable port, bind address, authentication, and SSL

License

MIT License

Copyright (c) 2025 ioBroker

Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software.

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.

FAQ

What is the ioBroker MCP Server MCP server?
ioBroker MCP Server 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 ioBroker MCP Server?
This profile displays 71 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.8 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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Ratings

4.8★★★★★71 reviews
  • ★★★★★Maya Chen· Dec 16, 2024

    Strong directory entry: ioBroker MCP Server surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.

  • ★★★★★Valentina Gonzalez· Dec 16, 2024

    According to our notes, ioBroker MCP Server benefits from clear Model Context Protocol framing — fewer ambiguous “AI plugin” claims.

  • ★★★★★Aditi Yang· Dec 8, 2024

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

  • ★★★★★Ama Mehta· Dec 8, 2024

    ioBroker MCP Server reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.

  • ★★★★★Aanya Diallo· Dec 4, 2024

    We wired ioBroker MCP Server into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • ★★★★★Aarav Chawla· Dec 4, 2024

    I recommend ioBroker MCP Server for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.

  • ★★★★★Aditi Abebe· Nov 27, 2024

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

  • ★★★★★Aditi Khan· Nov 23, 2024

    According to our notes, ioBroker MCP Server benefits from clear Model Context Protocol framing — fewer ambiguous “AI plugin” claims.

  • ★★★★★Naina Martin· Nov 23, 2024

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

  • ★★★★★Kaira Gill· Nov 23, 2024

    We evaluated ioBroker MCP Server against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.

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