WordPress MCP Integration

What is WordPress MCP Integration?

WordPress MCP Integration is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables interaction with WordPress sites through the WordPress REST API. It provides tools to create, retrieve, and update WordPress posts, and is intended for developers and AI agents that need to manage WordPress content programmatically.

How to use WordPress MCP Integration?

Clone the repository, run npm install, then start the server with npm run server (optionally specifying a port number). Configure either environment variables (WORDPRESS_SITE_URL, WORDPRESS_USERNAME, WORDPRESS_PASSWORD) or pass credentials as request parameters when calling tools. Use JSON‑RPC over stdio (default) or a specific port to invoke the create_post, get_posts, and update_post tools.

Key features of WordPress MCP Integration

• Create new WordPress posts
• Retrieve existing WordPress posts
• Update existing WordPress posts
• Supports draft, publish, and private post statuses
• Configured via environment variables or request parameters
• Uses WordPress application passwords for secure authentication

Use cases of WordPress MCP Integration

• Automating blog post creation from an AI assistant
• Programmatically updating content across multiple WordPress sites
• Integrating content management workflows into MCP‑enabled applications
• Browsing and editing posts without a browser or admin panel

FAQ from WordPress MCP Integration

What are the system requirements?

Node.js 18.0.0 or higher and a WordPress site with the REST API enabled. A WordPress application password is needed for authentication.

How do I authenticate with my WordPress site?

Set the WORDPRESS_SITE_URL, WORDPRESS_USERNAME, and WORDPRESS_PASSWORD environment variables, or pass the credentials directly in each tool call’s parameters.

Can I run the server on a specific port?

Yes. Run npm run server <port> (e.g., npm run server 3000) to start on a non‑default port.

What post statuses are supported?

The status parameter accepts 'draft', 'publish', or 'private'. The default status is 'draft'.

What is the recommended way to secure my WordPress password?

Use a WordPress application password (generated under Users → Security → Application Passwords) instead of your main account password for better security.