Powershell.Mcp
The universal MCP server for Claude Code and other MCP-compatible clients. One installation gives AI access to 10,000+ PowerShell modules and any CLI tool. You and AI collaborate in the same console with full transparency. Supports Windows, Linux, and macOS.
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What is Powershell.Mcp?
PowerShell.MCP is a universal Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables AI assistants like Claude Desktop and Claude Code to execute PowerShell commands and CLI tools within a persistent PowerShell console. One installation gives AI access to 10,000+ PowerShell modules and any CLI tool, acting as a universal bridge that instantly makes any PowerShell modules or CLI tools available as fully functional MCP servers without custom development.
The tool features a unique shared console experience where users and AI collaborate in the same PowerShell session with full transparency. Every command the AI executes appears in the user's console in real-time with colorful PowerShell output, and users can respond to input requests or run their own commands between AI operations. The living workspace preserves state across all interactions, keeping imported modules, authenticated sessions, variables, functions, and mounted drives available throughout the entire session without needing re-initialization or re-authentication.
PowerShell.MCP is designed for system administrators, developers, DevOps engineers, and IT professionals who want to transform natural language requests into PowerShell automation. It supports Windows 10/11, Windows Server 2016+, Linux, and macOS, requiring PowerShell 7.4 or higher. The tool includes 8 specialized built-in prompts for development, analysis, administration, and learning scenarios, making it accessible directly through MCP client prompts lists without command writing.
Key use cases include system monitoring and analysis, file and folder operations, network connectivity testing, developer features like git integration, PowerShell learning, and generating reports. The tool operates with enterprise-ready security through local-only named pipe communication with no network exposure, making it compatible with strict corporate security policies.
Powershell.Mcp pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free - PowerShell.MCP is available at no cost under the MIT License. The module has no dependencies and can be installed directly from PowerShell Gallery using Install-Module PowerShell.MCP. All features including access to 10,000+ PowerShell modules, 8 built-in prompts, cross-platform support, and enterprise security features are included in the free tier. Version 1.7.7 is the current version with 339 downloads as of April 18, 2026.
Powershell.Mcp pros
- Shared console experience with full transparency between AI and user
- Access to 10,000+ PowerShell modules from PowerShell Gallery
- Persistent session state preserves modules, variables, and authenticated sessions
- Instant command execution without launching new PowerShell processes
- Eliminates 1-5 second startup delay per cmdlet
- Real-time streaming output as commands run
- Comprehensive output stream capture with separated error, warning, and success streams
- Cross-platform support for Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Automatic cmdlet documentation learning via Get-Help
- No RAG or context grounding infrastructure required
- 8 built-in specialized prompts for common scenarios
- Local-only named pipe communication with no network exposure
- Every executed command is visible and auditable
- Compatible with strict corporate security policies
- AI-executed commands saved to history for re-execution with modified parameters
- User can respond to AI input requests directly in console
- Works with CLI tools like Git and Docker without custom development
- No module dependencies required for installation
- MIT License with no pricing costs
- Fast initial feedback with instant acknowledgment before full results
Powershell.Mcp cons
- Commands executed by AI cannot be cancelled with Ctrl+C
- To cancel AI commands, must close the entire PowerShell console
- User-executed commands are not visible to AI assistants
- Requires PowerShell 7.4 or higher (not compatible with Windows PowerShell 5.x)
- Provides complete PowerShell access to system with security risks
- Malicious use could result in severe system damage
- Only works with MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop
- No built-in authentication mechanism mentioned
- Delivered as-is without warranty of any kind
- Requires manual Claude Desktop configuration with module path
Frequently asked questions about Powershell.Mcp
What is PowerShell.MCP?
PowerShell.MCP is a universal Model Context Protocol server that enables AI assistants like Claude Desktop and Claude Code to execute PowerShell commands and CLI tools within a persistent PowerShell console. One installation gives AI access to 10,000+ PowerShell modules and any CLI tool, allowing users and AI to collaborate in the same console with full transparency.
What operating systems does PowerShell.MCP support?
PowerShell.MCP supports Windows 10/11, Windows Server 2016 and later, Linux, and macOS. It requires PowerShell 7.4 or higher and is available in binary form for win-x64, linux-x64, osx-arm64, and osx-x64 platforms.
How do I install PowerShell.MCP?
Install PowerShell.MCP by running Install-Module PowerShell.MCP in PowerShell 7, then Import-Module PowerShell.MCP. After installation, get the module path using (Get-Module PowerShell.MCP).ModuleBase and configure it in your Claude Desktop settings by adding the PowerShell.MCP.Proxy.exe path to your mcpServers configuration.
What prerequisites do I need before installing?
You need Windows 10/11 or Windows Server 2016+, Claude Desktop or any MCP client, PowerShell 7.2.15 or higher (installation guide available), and PSReadLine 2.3.4 or higher (which is auto-installed). Verify you're running PowerShell 7.x, not Windows PowerShell 5.x, by typing pwsh and pressing Enter.
How does the shared console experience work?
In the shared console experience, you and AI work together in the same PowerShell session. Every command AI executes appears in your console in real-time with colorful PowerShell output. You can respond to input requests from AI-executed commands directly in the console, run your own commands between AI operations, and recall AI-executed commands from history to modify parameters for re-execution.
What built-in prompts are included?
PowerShell.MCP includes 8 specialized built-in prompts accessible directly from MCP clients through the prompts list feature. These prompts cover development, analysis, administration, and learning scenarios with intelligent automation, native language support, interactive guidance, built-in safety measures, progress tracking, and hands-on learning environments.
Is PowerShell.MCP secure for enterprise use?
Yes, PowerShell.MCP is enterprise-ready with local-only communication through named pipes, no network exposure or remote connections, and every executed command is visible and auditable. It is compatible with strict corporate security policies. However, for enterprise use, ensure compliance with your organization's security policies as the module provides complete PowerShell access to your system.
Can I cancel commands executed by AI?
Commands executed by AI assistants cannot be cancelled with Ctrl+C. To cancel AI-executed commands, you must close the PowerShell console entirely. This is a known limitation of PowerShell.MCP.
How does PowerShell.MCP access PowerShell modules?
PowerShell.MCP acts as a universal bridge, instantly making any PowerShell modules or CLI tools available as fully functional MCP servers. It uses Get-Help to automatically learn each cmdlet's syntax, parameters, and usage patterns for immediate productive use, giving AI access to the vast ecosystem of PowerShell Gallery with over 3,000 pre-built modules including Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, Active Directory, Exchange, SQL Server, and Kubernetes.
What license does PowerShell.MCP use?
PowerShell.MCP is licensed under the MIT License. The software is provided AS IS without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. The author Yoshifumi Tsuda assumes no responsibility for any damages arising from the use of this software.