cairn-memory

by Cairn-ink · Memory & Knowledge · ★ 31

cairn-memory is an MCP server by Cairn-ink. Cairn.ink Memory: lightweight cross-session memory for AI agents, with receipts. It has 31 GitHub stars and ranks #685 of 1287 in Memory & Knowledge by stars.

Category: Memory & Knowledge
Author: Cairn-ink
GitHub stars: 31
This week: Tracking since 18 Oct 2026
Language: JavaScript
License: Apache-2.0 (open source)
Last update: 2026-10-22 (2 days ago)
Links: Source Website

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How to install cairn-memory

Install steps differ per project, so follow the README in the cairn-memory repository. Most MCP servers start with a single command (npx -y <package>, uvx <package> or a Docker image) that you add to your client's config. The install guide shows where that goes in Claude Code, Claude Desktop, Cursor and VS Code.

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Frequently asked questions

What is cairn-memory?

cairn-memory is an MCP server by Cairn-ink in the Memory & Knowledge category. Cairn.ink Memory: lightweight cross-session memory for AI agents, with receipts. It has 31 GitHub stars and ranks #685 of 1287 in Memory & Knowledge by stars. It is written in JavaScript. It is licensed under Apache-2.0. It was last updated 2 days ago.

Is cairn-memory free and open source?

Yes. cairn-memory is published under the Apache-2.0 license, so you can run, modify and self-host it at no cost. If it connects to a paid service, that service's own pricing and API terms still apply. Check the repository for the exact license text before using it commercially.

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