chroma
Chroma MCP server for vector database and semantic search. chroma is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by privetin. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 6 tools, including create_document, read_document, update_document, delete_document, list_documents and search_similar, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/VectorDB and Tool/Server.
What is this MCP
This MCP is a server implementation that provides vector database capabilities through Chroma, enabling semantic document search, metadata filtering, and document management with persistent storage.
How to use this MCP
Install dependencies, configure the server in Claude Desktop, and interact with it using MCP tools to perform CRUD operations and semantic searches on documents.
What this MCP can be used for
This MCP can be used for semantic document retrieval, knowledge management systems, and any application requiring context-aware search with metadata filtering capabilities.
AIMCP authority
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Frequently asked questions
What is the chroma MCP server?
chroma is a Model Context Protocol server from privetin. 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 chroma to my AI client?
Add chroma 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 chroma provide?
chroma provides 6 tools: create_document, read_document, update_document, delete_document, list_documents and search_similar.
Is chroma free to use?
chroma 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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