ShipBob API MCP Server

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#shipbob #api #e-commerce #fulfillment

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Overview

What is ShipBob API MCP Server?

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for interacting with ShipBob’s e‑commerce fulfillment API. It provides a structured interface to manage products, orders, inventory, shipments, webhooks, returns, fulfillment centers, sales channels, and reports. Designed for developers building AI‑powered tools that integrate with ShipBob.

How to use ShipBob API MCP Server?

Prerequisites: Node.js 16+ and a ShipBob API key. Install by cloning the repository, running npm install, and creating a .env file with SHIPBOB_API_KEY=your_api_key_here. Start the server with npm run dev. Test using the MCP Inspector via npm run inspect.

Key features of ShipBob API MCP Server

Manage your product catalog (create, update, list, get)
Create, list, get, and cancel orders
Track and adjust inventory across fulfillment centers
Manage shipments and fulfillment processes
Configure webhooks for ShipBob events
Process and manage return requests
Access information about fulfillment centers
Manage sales channels and generate reports
MCP‑compliant tools and resources for integration

Use cases of ShipBob API MCP Server

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FAQ from ShipBob API MCP Server

What are the prerequisites?

Node.js version 16 or higher and a valid ShipBob API key (obtained from your ShipBob dashboard).

How do I install and run the server?

Clone the repository, run npm install, add your ShipBob API key to a .env file as SHIPBOB_API_KEY, then start with npm run dev.

How can I test the server?

Use the MCP Inspector by running npm run inspect. It opens a web interface to browse tools, test inputs, and view logs.

Where does my data live?

All data is accessed via ShipBob’s API; the server acts as a proxy and does not store your data locally.

How is authentication handled?

Authentication is via an API key set in the environment variable SHIPBOB_API_KEY.

Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites?

Node.js version 16 or higher and a valid ShipBob API key (obtained from your ShipBob dashboard).

How do I install and run the server?

Clone the repository, run `npm install`, add your ShipBob API key to a `.env` file as `SHIPBOB_API_KEY`, then start with `npm run dev`.

How can I test the server?

Use the MCP Inspector by running `npm run inspect`. It opens a web interface to browse tools, test inputs, and view logs.

Where does my data live?

All data is accessed via ShipBob’s API; the server acts as a proxy and does not store your data locally.

How is authentication handled?

Authentication is via an API key set in the environment variable `SHIPBOB_API_KEY`.

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