mac_messages_mcp

by carterlasalle · Databases · ★ 335

mac_messages_mcp is an MCP server by carterlasalle. An MCP server that securely interfaces with your iMessage database via the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing LLMs to query and analyze iMessage conversations. It includes robust phone number validation, attachment processing, contact management, group chat handling, and full support for sending. It has 335 GitHub stars and ranks #69 of 630 in Databases by stars.

Category: Databases
Author: carterlasalle
GitHub stars: 335
This week: Tracking since 18 Oct 2026
Language: Python
License: MIT (open source)
Last update: 2026-10-24 (today)
Links: Source Website PyPI

applescript
claude
contacts
cursor
imessage
mac
macos
mcp
mcp-server

How to install mac_messages_mcp

mac_messages_mcp is published on PyPI as realtimex-mac-messages-mcp. These steps assume it runs as a local stdio server, which is the usual setup.

Check the README. Confirm the start command and note any API keys or environment variables it needs (pass them with -e KEY=value or an env block). You need uv for uvx.

Add it to Claude Code from a terminal:

claude mcp add mac_messages_mcp -- uvx realtimex-mac-messages-mcp

Or add it to Cursor or Claude Desktop in .cursor/mcp.json or claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mac_messages_mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "realtimex-mac-messages-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Restart the client and check it. Run claude mcp list, or open the client's MCP settings, and confirm mac_messages_mcp and its tools are listed. The install guide covers VS Code and Codex.

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Frequently asked questions

What is mac_messages_mcp?

mac_messages_mcp is an MCP server by carterlasalle in the Databases category. An MCP server that securely interfaces with your iMessage database via the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing LLMs to query and analyze iMessage conversations. It includes robust phone number validation, attachment processing, contact management... It has 335 GitHub stars and ranks #69 of 630 in Databases by stars.

Is mac_messages_mcp free and open source?

Yes. mac_messages_mcp is published under the MIT 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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