Hub Desktop MCP Server

MCPHub Desktop is a comprehensive graphical user interface for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. It simplifies the installation, configuration, and management of MCP servers, making them accessible to users without command-line experience. The application automatically detects and installs dependencies like Node.js and UV (Python package manager), allows browsing of community servers, and provides one-click installation and configuration options.

Overview

MCPHub Desktop is a user-friendly application designed to make Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers accessible to everyone, including those without technical or command-line experience. It provides a graphical interface for discovering, installing, configuring, and managing MCP servers with just a few clicks.

Installation

To install MCPHub Desktop:

Visit the MCPHub website or go to the GitHub releases page
Download the appropriate installer for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions
Launch MCPHub Desktop after installation completes

Features and Usage

Dependency Management

MCPHub Desktop automatically detects if you have the required dependencies installed:

Node.js - Required for running most MCP servers
UV - Python package manager needed for Python-based servers

If dependencies are missing, the application offers one-click installation options to set them up correctly.

Browsing MCP Servers

The application provides a directory of available MCP servers from the community:

Browse through the list of available servers
View details about each server including its functionality and requirements
Filter or search for specific types of servers based on your needs

Installing Servers

Installing an MCP server is straightforward:

Select the server you want to install from the directory
Click the "Install" button
The application will handle downloading, installing dependencies, and setting up the server

Configuration Management

For servers that require environment variables or other configuration:

Navigate to the server's configuration page
Enter the required values in the provided fields
Save your configuration

The application will handle setting up the proper environment for the server to run correctly.

Managing Installed Servers

After installation, you can:

Start and stop servers as needed
Update servers when new versions are available
Uninstall servers you no longer need with a single click
View logs and troubleshoot any issues

Client Integration

MCPHub Desktop currently supports managing Claude AI client integration, with more clients coming soon. This allows you to:

Configure your AI clients to use your installed MCP servers
Manage which servers are available to which clients
Set up custom command arguments for specific use cases

Contributing

If you'd like to contribute to MCPHub or submit a new MCP server:

For new servers, create a PR on the MCPHub Servers Repository
For feature suggestions, submit issues on the MCPHub Desktop Repository

Support

If you encounter any issues or have questions:

Check the GitHub repository for existing issues
Submit a new issue if your problem hasn't been addressed
Visit www.mcphub.net for additional resources