Frequently Asked Questions

What is an MCP Server?

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) Server acts as a bridge, allowing AI models to securely access and interact with external data sources and tools. It standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs.

What is the Linear Issues MCP Server?

The Linear Issues MCP Server provides read-only access to Linear issues via API tokens, enabling AI assistants to fetch and process Linear data.

What are the benefits of using the Linear Issues MCP Server?

It allows AI to summarize issues, prioritize tasks, automate assignments, and provide data-driven reporting within project management workflows.

How do I get a Linear API Token?

You can generate an API key in your Linear API settings or create an OAuth2 application for user-specific access.

How do I install the Linear Issues MCP Server?

No installation is needed if you use npx. Just ensure you have Node.js and npm installed.

How do I configure the server with Claude for Desktop?

Add the server configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json file, specifying the command, arguments, and environment variables (including your Linear API token).

Is the Linear Issues MCP Server secure?

Yes, the server provides read-only access and uses API tokens for authentication, ensuring secure access to Linear data.

What license is the server released under?

The server is released under the MIT license, granting users the freedom to use, modify, and distribute the software.

What is UBOS?

UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent Development Platform focused on bringing AI Agents to every business department. It helps you orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with your enterprise data, build custom AI Agents with your LLM model and Multi-Agent Systems.