Gmail MCP Server
About
An MCP server that integrates Gmail with AI agents. Supports searching emails, reading your inbox, sending and replying to messages directly in Claude Desktop — turning your mailbox into an AI-accessible workspace.
Our Verdict
Gmail MCP Server brings productivity capabilities to the MCP ecosystem. Its GitHub popularity reflects community trust, and the standardized protocol ensures broad compatibility across AI clients.
Pricing
Use Cases
- Integrating productivity capabilities into AI agent workflows
- Building custom AI-powered tools with Gmail MCP Server
- Enhancing AI agent functionality with standardized MCP access
Pros
- Gmail MCP Server provides standardized MCP protocol access
- Open source with 1,166 GitHub stars
- Active development and community support
Cons
- Requires MCP-compatible client (Claude, Cursor, etc.)
- Setup complexity varies by client
- Some features may depend on client capabilities
Installation
npx -y gmail-mcp-serverFrequently Asked Questions
What can Gmail MCP do?
Lets AI agents operate your Gmail: search emails (with keyword and date filters), read email content and attachments, send new emails, reply and forward messages, and manage inbox labels. Ideal for AI-assisted email processing, auto-replies, and email analysis.
Does Gmail MCP need Google account authorization?
Yes. First-time use requires OAuth 2.0 authorization to let the server access your Gmail. The MCP server guides you through the browser authorization flow, and the token is stored locally — never uploaded to third parties. Uses standard Gmail API permission scopes.
Is Gmail MCP safe? Will it leak my emails?
The MCP server runs locally with OAuth tokens stored on your local file system. AI agents only read or send emails when explicitly instructed. Review the authorization scope before use, and periodically check Gmail's authorized apps list.