Linear MCP Server
MCP server for Linear issue tracking integration. Linear MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by jerhadf. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 5 tools, including linear_create_issue, linear_update_issue, linear_search_issues, linear_get_user_issues and linear_add_comment, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/LLM, Tool/Integration and Productivity/IssueTracking.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol server that enables LLMs to interact with Linear's issue tracking system through GraphQL API, allowing AI systems to create, update, search, and comment on Linear issues.
How to use this MCP
Install via Smithery (npx @smithery/cli install linear-mcp-server) or manually configure with a Linear API key. The server provides tools like linear_create_issue, linear_update_issue, and linear_search_issues that can be called through compatible LLM interfaces like Claude Desktop.
What this MCP can be used for
This MCP enables AI-assisted project management by allowing LLMs to: create and track bugs/features, monitor team workloads, summarize issue statuses, and automate parts of the development workflow through integration with Linear's issue tracking system.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Linear MCP Server MCP server?
Linear MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server from jerhadf. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect Linear MCP Server to my AI client?
Add Linear MCP Server to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does Linear MCP Server provide?
Linear MCP Server provides 5 tools: linear_create_issue, linear_update_issue, linear_search_issues, linear_get_user_issues and linear_add_comment.
Is Linear MCP Server free to use?
Linear MCP Server is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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