Question 1

What is the Namecheap MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The Namecheap MCP Server is a tool that allows you to manage your Namecheap domains directly through an AI assistant using natural language commands. It simplifies tasks such as checking domain availability, managing DNS records, and registering new domains.

Question 2

How does the Namecheap MCP Server work?

Accepted Answer

It acts as a bridge between your AI assistant and the Namecheap API. You provide natural language commands to your AI, which are then translated into API calls to Namecheap to perform the requested actions.

Question 3

What can I do with the Namecheap MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can check domain availability, list your domains, get domain information, get DNS records, register new domains, and more. See the 'Available Tools' section for a full list.

Question 4

Is the Namecheap MCP Server secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it uses the Namecheap live API and requires you to provide your Namecheap API key. It's crucial to protect your API key and double-check commands before confirming them, as the tool can make real purchases.

Question 5

What are the requirements to use the Namecheap API?

Accepted Answer

Your Namecheap account must meet one of the following requirements: at least 20 domains, at least $50 account balance, or at least $50 spent in the last 2 years.

Question 6

How do I install the Namecheap MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can install it using Smithery, Claude Desktop, Docker, or other MCP clients. Detailed instructions are provided in the 'Installation' section.

Question 7

What environment variables do I need to configure?

Accepted Answer

You need to set `NC_USERNAME` (your Namecheap username) and `NC_API_KEY` (your Namecheap API key). Optionally, you can set `NC_CLIENT_IP`, `NODE_ENV`, `REGISTRANT_PROFILE`, and `REGISTRANT_PROFILE_PATH`.

Question 8

How do I whitelist my IP address for API access?

Accepted Answer

Find your IP address using `curl ifconfig.me`, then log in to Namecheap, go to Profile → Tools → API Access, and add your IP to the whitelist.

Question 9

What is Sandbox Mode?

Accepted Answer

Sandbox Mode allows you to test the Namecheap MCP Server without making real purchases. Set the `NODE_ENV` environment variable to `sandbox`.

Question 10

I'm getting an API access denied error. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Ensure your account meets the API access requirements, verify your API key is correct, and check your IP address is whitelisted.

Question 11

How do I set up domain registration details?

Accepted Answer

You can set up domain registration details using either an environment variable (`REGISTRANT_PROFILE`) or a JSON file (`REGISTRANT_PROFILE_PATH`). See the 'Registrant Profile' section for details.

Question 12

Can I contribute to the Namecheap MCP Server project?

Accepted Answer

Yes, contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.

Question 13

Where can I find my Smithery key?

Accepted Answer

You can find your Smithery key in the [Smithery.ai](https://smithery.ai) dashboard.

Question 14

What if I encounter connection failed/IP not whitelisted error?

Accepted Answer

Check the Smithery logs to find the actual IP being used. Add that IP to your Namecheap whitelist (Profile → Tools → API Access). Alternatively, set NC_CLIENT_IP in Smithery configuration. Note: Smithery servers may use different IPs than expected.

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