Database Editor's Pick Archived (no security updates) Medium Setup
PostgreSQL MCP Server
Query Postgres databases directly from Claude -- read-only by default, which is the right call.
Read-only database access with schema inspection for PostgreSQL databases. Part of the archived reference servers.
Install
$ npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-postgres postgresql://localhost/mydb Who It's For
Developers who want Claude to explore database schemas, run queries, and help with data analysis.
Compatibility
Claude CodeClaude DesktopCursor
Pros
- Read-only default (safe)
- Schema introspection
- Connection string config
- Well-tested
Cons
- Archived -- no security updates
- Read-only limits use cases
- Connection string management
