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Recommended MCP Servers for Claude, by Use Case (2026)

The MCP servers worth connecting to Claude, organized by use case — GitHub, Notion, Linear, Slack, PostgreSQL, Playwright and more, with tips and security notes.

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Once you know how to connect MCP, the next question is "what should I connect?" Here we organize the frequently recommended MCP servers of 2026 by use case. (These are examples, not a ranking; for the concept see What is MCP?)

🟢 Model references match the current lineup · model notice · Fable subscription
🟢 Model references match the current lineup · Claude Opus 5.5 / Claude Sonnet 5 / Claude Haiku 4.5 (higher tier: Claude Fable 5.1). This notice changes only when Anthropic ships a new model.

Fable 5 and 5.1 subscription (updated September 7, 2026): Claude Fable 5.1, released September 1, 2026, is the current Fable model and Fable 5 is now legacy. Plan terms are the same for both — Max and Team Premium plans include Fable at up to 50% of the weekly usage limit; Pro and Team Standard use usage credits (

🟢 Model references match the current lineup · Claude Opus 5.5 / Claude Sonnet 5 / Claude Haiku 4.5 (higher tier: Claude Fable 5.1). This notice changes only when Anthropic ships a new model.
0/M input, $50/M output tokens). The one-time
🟢 Model references match the current lineup · Claude Opus 5.5 / Claude Sonnet 5 / Claude Haiku 4.5 (higher tier: Claude Fable 5.1). This notice changes only when Anthropic ships a new model.
00 credit applied only to the Fable 5 transition and is not offered for 5.1. Some coding and debugging requests may be answered by an Opus model due to a security classifier (both models). See the Fable 5.1 guide and the Fable 5 availability guide for details.

⚡ TL;DR
  • The answer to "what should I connect?" — representative MCP servers by use case, as examples, not a ranking.
  • Pick by purpose first: search, browser, files, dev, productivity, and so on.
  • Before installing, verify each server in its official repo and the claude.ai connector directory.
  • Untrusted servers are a security risk — check connector security first.
  • 🔎 Browse the connector directory with search & filters.
Commonly used MCP servers by use case Dev • GitHub • Sentry • Supabase Database • PostgreSQL • SQLite Docs & PM • Notion • Linear • Jira Comms • Slack Browser & web • Playwright • Firecrawl Automation & pay • Zapier • Stripe Representative examples, not a ranking. The ecosystem changes fast (2026).

Representative servers by use case

  • Dev & deploy: GitHub (PRs, issues, code search), Sentry (error tracking), Supabase (DB/backend), Context7 (up-to-date library docs), Vercel (deployments & serverless analytics), Cloudflare (Workers, KV, DNS management).
  • Database: PostgreSQL / SQLite connectors for direct queries.
  • Docs & project management: Notion (wiki/DB), Linear (issues/sprints), Atlassian/Jira (tickets), Airtable (structured data, project tracking, content calendars).
  • Files & storage: Google Drive (cloud docs), Filesystem (local files).
  • Communication: Slack (summarize, search, post).
  • Browser & web scraping: Playwright (browser automation, Microsoft), Firecrawl (web scraping).
  • Payments & finance: Stripe, PayPal, Square (payments), Plaid (financial data), Shopify (commerce).
  • CRM & support: Salesforce, HubSpot (sales/CRM), Intercom (customer support).
  • Design: Figma, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud (design files & graphics).
  • Search & research: Exa, Tavily (web search), plus data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, etc.).
  • Automation: Zapier (hundreds of apps via one connection).

Many of these connect straight from the claude.ai connector directory (Google Drive, Slack, GitHub, Notion, etc.); the rest are added as custom connectors (Customize > Connectors) or in Claude Code (claude mcp add).

Standard vs. interactive connectors: most connectors read and write data the "standard" way, but some (Slack, Canva, Figma, Asana, etc.) are interactive connectors that render a UI you can act on right inside the conversation (look for the "Interactive" badge in the directory; introduced January 2026, paid plans). Browse the official directory by category at claude.ai/directory — new connectors are added weekly.

Connectors at a glance — what they're forDevGitHub·SentryCode·issues·errorsData·DBSupabase·PostgresQueries·schemaDocs·PMNotion·LinearDocs·issuesDesignFigma·CanvaDesign·graphicsPaymentsStripe·PayPalPayments·revenueCRM·supportSalesforce·IntercomSales·supportSearchExa·TavilyWeb researchTwo kinds of connectorStandard: read/write data / Interactive: act on UI in chatInteractive e.g. Slack·Canva·Figma·Asana ('Interactive' badge)

How to choose

  • Start with 2-3 you use daily. You don't need to add everything at once.
  • Don't add too many. Many note that going beyond 5-7 at once bloats the tool list and degrades the agent's decision quality.
  • Claude Code has built-in file tools, so a Filesystem MCP is usually redundant there.
How to choose an MCP serverMaintainerOfficial / trustedproviderLeast privilegeGrant only whatis neededRight fitTruly neededfor your work?MaintenanceActively keptup to date?Be careful with third-party servers\u2019 permissions — trusted sources only · as of 2026.6

Auth & security notes

  • Auth varies: OAuth login (Linear, Sentry), API key (Firecrawl), no-credential local (Playwright).
  • OAuth servers inherit your permissions — the agent can close real tickets or post messages as you, so start with read-only scopes.
  • Connect only trusted servers (official/verified). See the security check in the MCP connection guide.

Beyond specific picks, if you want to know where to find and choose servers, see where to find MCP servers for the official registry and connector directory.

Disclaimer: The MCP ecosystem changes very fast, and the list above is examples, not a ranking. A server's existence, name, features, pricing, and maintenance can change, so verify each server's official repo/docs and the claude.ai connector directory before installing. This site is not affiliated with Anthropic.

Frequently asked questions

Which MCP servers do you recommend?

This list is examples by use case, not a ranking. Start from servers that match your task (search, files, dev, productivity), and verify each one in its official repo and the claude.ai connector directory before installing.

Where do I find MCP servers?

The easiest path is the Claude app connector directory; you can also find them in the official MCP registry. See where to find MCP servers for the full set of paths.

How do I connect a recommended server?

Methods differ — directory connectors, custom (remote) connectors, local servers, and Claude Code. The step-by-step is in how to connect MCP. If a connection won't work, see MCP connector troubleshooting.

Can I install any MCP server?

No. Custom connectors aren't individually vetted by Anthropic, and an untrusted server can be a security risk. To judge trustworthy servers, see connector security.

Are MCP servers free?

It varies. Some are open-source and free; others need a paid subscription or API key for the service they connect to. Check each server's official docs for pricing and auth requirements.

See also: Claude Code MCP setup · before installing, Connector security · if the concept is new, What is MCP? (for non-developers) · Connect Claude to Notion · Connect Claude to Google · Connect Claude to Figma · Connect Claude to Slack

Related: Claude connectors & MCP — the full catalog

Per-server setup: Filesystem MCP · GitHub MCP · PostgreSQL MCP · Playwright MCP

Per-service connector guides: Jira & Atlassian · Linear · Asana · Canva · Zapier — plus how to add a custom connector · build your own MCP server · settings.json guide

Related: Claude Plugins Guide (2026): How to Install Them and Which Ones to Use

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