TL;DR
Portainer is a Cloud Platforms MCP server that lets Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf and any MCP-compatible AI agent container management via Portainer. Install in 1 minute with mcpizy install portainer.
Portainer
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Container management via Portainer
Install Portainer
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Portainer MCP server?
Portainer is listed as an Cloud Platforms Model Context Protocol server whose documented purpose is to let an MCP-compatible agent container management via Portainer. Client support, permissions and authentication remain specific to the upstream project.
How do I install Portainer MCP with Claude Code?
The fastest way is the MCPizy CLI: run `mcpizy install portainer` and MCPizy will add the server to your `.claude.json` automatically. You can also install it manually by adding an entry under `mcpServers` in `.claude.json` with the command `uvx mcp-portainer` and restarting Claude Code.
Does MCPizy charge to view or install Portainer MCP?
No. Reading this profile and copying its install guidance is free. Upstream software, API, account or usage costs are separate, and licence coverage should be checked from the linked source when available.
Does Portainer MCP work with Cursor and Windsurf?
The MCP standard is supported by those clients, but a specific server can still have client-specific setup or transport limits. Use the configuration shown on this page when present and verify the upstream instructions before installation.
What can I do with Portainer MCP?
Its documented purpose is to let an MCP-compatible agent container management via Portainer. The exact tools, permissions and write capabilities depend on the server version and configuration shown by the upstream project.
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