Overview of MCP Server for Todoist

The MCP Server for Todoist, developed by UBOS, is a cutting-edge Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to seamlessly integrate Claude with your Todoist account. This integration empowers users to manage tasks efficiently, enhancing productivity and workflow. The server is built using Python Astral UV, ensuring robust performance and flexibility.

Key Features

• Task Management: Create, update, complete, and delete tasks with ease.
• Project Organization: Organize tasks into projects and label them for efficient tracking.
• Advanced Search and Filter: Search and filter tasks based on various criteria to quickly find what you need.
• Seamless Claude Integration: Directly interact with your Todoist account through Claude Desktop, making task management intuitive and efficient.

Use Cases

1. Enhanced Productivity: By integrating with Claude, users can manage their tasks hands-free, allowing them to focus on more critical tasks.
2. Project Management: Organize tasks into projects, ensuring that all team members are on the same page and deadlines are met.
3. Personal Task Management: Keep track of personal to-dos, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
4. Business Efficiency: Streamline business operations by automating task management through Claude’s AI capabilities.

UBOS Platform

UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent Development Platform that focuses on bringing AI Agents to every business department. Our platform helps orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with enterprise data, and build custom AI Agents with your LLM model and Multi-Agent Systems. By integrating MCP servers like the one for Todoist, UBOS continues to push the boundaries of task management and productivity.

Prerequisites

To utilize the MCP Server for Todoist, ensure that you have the following:

• Python 3.11+: The server requires Python 3.11 or higher for optimal performance.
• Astral UV: This is essential for running the server.
• Todoist Account and API Token: A valid Todoist account and API token are necessary for integration.
• Claude Desktop: Required for using the MCP server.

Quick Start Guide

Installation

To install the MCP Server for Todoist, use the following command:

uvx mcp-todoist

Configuration

1. Retrieve your Todoist API token from the Todoist Integrations settings.
2. Configure the environment variable in your system.
3. Set up Claude Desktop to recognize the MCP server.

Using with Claude

Once configured, you can use Claude to interact with your Todoist account through simple commands such as:

• “Show me my tasks due today”
• “Create a new task to buy groceries tomorrow”

Running the MCP Server

You can run the Todoist MCP server using either direct command line or a startup script. For ease of use, a startup script is recommended, which automatically starts the server with Claude Desktop and captures all logs for debugging.

Debugging

If you encounter any issues, several debugging strategies are available, including checking logs, enabling debug mode, verifying API tokens, and using the MCP Inspector.

Development and Testing

For developers interested in extending or customizing the MCP Server, UBOS provides a comprehensive setup and testing guide, ensuring that you can efficiently develop and test new features.

Conclusion

The MCP Server for Todoist by UBOS represents a significant advancement in task management, combining the power of AI with seamless task integration. Whether for personal use or business efficiency, this server enhances productivity and ensures that tasks are managed effectively.