Overview: Postman MCP Server

Title

Postman MCP Server – A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for interacting with the Postman API.

How to Use

1. Installation:

   • Clone the repository and install dependencies using pnpm install.
   • Run the server in development mode with pnpm run watch.
   • Alternatively, install via Smithery:

     npx -y @smithery/cli install postman-api-server --client claude  

2. Authentication:

   • Generate a Postman API key from Account Settings.
   • Configure the key in your environment (POSTMAN_API_KEY) or client settings.

3. Integration:

   • Use with Claude Desktop, Cline, or Zed by adding the server configuration.
   • Restart clients after updates to refresh API definitions.

Key Features

• Collections Management: CRUD operations, folder organization, version control, and comments.
• Environments: Create, update, and delete environment variables.
• APIs & Schemas: Manage APIs, schemas, and tags.
• Authentication: API key security and role-based access control.
• Enterprise Support: Private API networks, webhooks, and SCIM integration.

Use Cases

• Automated Testing: Manage Postman collections and environments programmatically.
• CI/CD Integration: Sync API schemas and mock servers in deployment pipelines.
• Team Collaboration: Control workspace permissions and track changes via versioning.
• AI-Assisted Development: Use Claude or Cline to interact with Postman APIs via natural language.

Note: This project is under active development—expect breaking changes. For full documentation, refer to the Postman API docs.