Trello MCP Server (Kerem)
Trello board, list, and card management capabilities for AI-driven workflows.
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Overview
The Trello MCP Server provides an interface for interacting with Trello boards, lists, and cards directly through AI hosts. It enables users to perform board operations and manage card data, effectively bridging Trello's task management system with AI assistant capabilities. Configuration requires users to obtain API keys and tokens from the Trello administration portal. The server supports two primary deployment modes: a direct integration for Claude Desktop and a standalone SSE server mode for other MCP-compatible clients. It can be installed using the uv package manager and supports containerized deployment via Docker, offering flexibility for different development environments.
Our verdict
This server carries a high risk level with a security score of 32/100. It is a community-maintained project that lacks an official open-source license, creating legal ambiguity regarding its use. Because it has not been editorially reviewed and lacks clear documentation on its authentication and read-only methodologies, users should exercise caution. It is suitable for testing purposes for experienced developers but should be avoided in sensitive or professional production environments until the security posture is better defined.
- Supports direct Claude Desktop and standalone SSE server modes
- Provides real documentation for installation and configuration
- Features a zero-dependency codebase to reduce supply-chain surface
- Includes support for Docker-based deployment environments
- High risk level with a 32/100 security score
- Lacks an official open-source license for legal clarity
- Community-maintained without official vendor oversight
- Authentication and read-only modes remain unverified
Compatibility
| Client | Local | Docker | Remote | Read-only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claude Desktop | ||||
| Cursor | ||||
| VS Code | ||||
| Windsurf | ||||
| ChatGPT |
Frequently asked questions
›What software prerequisites are required to run this server?
You need Python 3.12 or higher, the uv package manager, and a Trello account with your own API key and token.
›How can I run this server with non-Claude MCP clients like Cursor?
You must set USE_CLAUDE_APP to false in your .env file to enable SSE mode, then configure your client to connect to the server's HTTP endpoint at http://localhost:8000.
›Does this server support containerized deployment?
Yes, you can run the server in SSE mode using Docker Compose by following the provided configuration instructions.
›What steps are needed to integrate the server with Claude Desktop?
Ensure USE_CLAUDE_APP is set to true in your .env file, run the installation command via uv, and then restart the Claude Desktop application.
›Where do I obtain the credentials necessary to connect to Trello?
You can generate an API key and token by creating a new integration through the Trello Apps Administration portal.
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