A lightweight utility that securely loads API keys for Cursor MCP servers from your home directory, preventing accidental exposure of secrets in repositories. Keep your credentials safe while maintaining seamless integration with AI coding assistants.
Overview
What is get-mcp-keys?
get-mcp-keys is a lightweight utility designed to securely load API keys for Cursor MCP servers from your home directory, preventing accidental exposure of secrets in repositories.
How to use get-mcp-keys?
To use get-mcp-keys, create a .mcprc file in your home directory, add your API keys to this file, and update your MCP configuration to use the utility for loading keys.
Key features of get-mcp-keys?
- Securely loads API keys from a hidden file in your home directory.
- Prevents accidental commits of sensitive information to repositories.
- Supports multiple MCP servers by injecting environment variables.
Use cases of get-mcp-keys?
- Safeguarding API keys while using AI coding assistants.
- Ensuring secure integration with various MCP servers.
- Simplifying the management of sensitive credentials in development environments.
FAQ from get-mcp-keys?
- Can get-mcp-keys be used with any MCP server?
Yes! It works with any MCP server that requires environment variables.
- Is it safe to store my API keys in the
.mcprcfile?
Yes, as long as you set the correct permissions to restrict access to the file.
- How does get-mcp-keys enhance security?
It keeps your API keys out of your repositories and loads them only when needed.