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Stack Overflow Official MCP Server
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What is Stack Overflow?
Stack Overflow access stack overflow's trusted and verified technical questions and answers. The official Stack Overflow MCP server provides AI agents with standardized access to Stack Overflow's services, enabling powerful automation and integration capabilities that enhance developer productivity and streamline workflows.
This official MCP server is maintained and verified by Stack Overflow, ensuring reliability, security, and up-to-date functionality. Unlike community-maintained servers, this official integration provides long-term support, comprehensive documentation, and direct vendor assistance. The server is hosted on stackoverflow.com, guaranteeing secure and reliable access to Stack Overflow's services.
Whether you're building AI-powered applications, automating workflows, or enhancing your development tools, the Stack Overflow MCP server provides a standardized way to connect AI agents with Stack Overflow's extensive platform capabilities. This integration enables natural language interactions with Stack Overflow, making it easier than ever to leverage Stack Overflow's features through AI assistants like Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor.
Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions
Add Stack Overflow to your MCP-compatible client
https://mcp.stackoverflow.com1
Go to Settings → Cursor Settings
2
Click "Add new global MCP Server"
3
Paste the MCP configuration into mcp.json and restart
Or manually add to your mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"stack-overflow": {
"url": "https://mcp.stackoverflow.com"
}
}
}Stack Overflow MCP Server Capabilities
The official Stack Overflow MCP server enables AI agents to:
- Perform real-time web searches and information retrieval
- Extract and summarize content from search results
- Access up-to-date information from the web
- Filter and rank search results intelligently
- Combine multiple search sources for comprehensive answers
These capabilities make it easy for AI agents to work with Stack Overflow as part of a larger automation strategy, enabling seamless integration between AI assistants and your existing tools.
Available Tools
The Stack Overflow MCP server provides 2 tools for AI agents to interact with the platform. Use the search below to find specific tools.
| Tool Name | Description |
|---|---|
get_content | Allows content including questions, answers, comments to be retrieved by ID |
so_search | Performs lexical search over questions on Stack Overflow |
Last updated: January 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Common Use Cases
Automated Workflow Management
AI agents can use the Stack Overflow MCP server to automate repetitive tasks and manage workflows within Stack Overflow's platform.
Data Retrieval and Analysis
The MCP server allows AI agents to query and retrieve data from Stack Overflow, enabling intelligent data analysis and insights.
Integration with Development Tools
Developers can integrate Stack Overflow capabilities directly into their AI coding assistants for seamless workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a Stack Overflow API key?
Visit https://github.com/StackExchange/Stack-MCP, create an account, and generate an API key from your dashboard. Most tools offer a free tier to get started, making it easy to begin using the Stack Overflow MCP server.
Is this the official Stack Overflow MCP server?
Yes, this MCP server is officially provided and maintained by Stack Overflow. The endpoint https://mcp.stackoverflow.com is hosted on their official domain stackoverflow.com, ensuring reliability and security.
What permissions does Stack Overflow MCP need?
The Stack Overflow MCP server requires appropriate API credentials and permissions based on the operations you want to perform. Check the documentation for specific permission requirements.
Can I use Stack Overflow MCP with multiple clients?
Yes, you can configure the same MCP server across Cursor, Claude Desktop, Cline, and other MCP-compatible clients simultaneously. Each client maintains its own configuration.
Is Stack Overflow MCP server free?
The MCP server itself is free to use, but you may need a Stack Overflow account and API access, which may have its own pricing tiers. Check https://github.com/StackExchange/Stack-MCP for current pricing information.
What can Stack Overflow MCP server do?
The Stack Overflow MCP server enables AI agents to search the web and retrieve information. Access Stack Overflow's trusted and verified technical questions and answers This allows you to interact with Stack Overflow's platform through natural language commands in your AI assistant.
Troubleshooting
Connection Failed
Ensure your API key is correctly configured and your network allows outbound connections to stackoverflow.com. Verify that the MCP endpoint URL https://mcp.stackoverflow.com is accessible from your network.
Authentication Error
Verify your API key is valid and has not expired. Generate a new key from https://github.com/StackExchange/Stack-MCP if needed. Make sure you're using the correct authentication method as specified in the documentation.
Server Not Responding
Check Stack Overflow's status page for any ongoing incidents. Try restarting your MCP client and verify that the server endpoint is correct. If issues persist, consult the official documentation or support channels.
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About Model Context Protocol
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard that enables AI models to securely connect to external APIs, tools, and data sources. This official MCP server from Stack Overflow provides standardized access to their services, allowing AI agents to interact with Stack Overflow's platform seamlessly.
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Server Information
Domain
stackoverflow.com
MCP Endpoint
https://mcp.stackoverflow.comQuick Actions