Claude Task Master
About
An AI-powered task management system that drops into Cursor, Lovable, Windsurf, and more. Lets AI agents break down complex tasks, track progress, manage dependencies, and decompose large projects into executable steps.
Our Verdict
Claude Task Master 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 Claude Task Master
- Enhancing AI agent functionality with standardized MCP access
Pros
- Claude Task Master provides standardized MCP protocol access
- Open source with 27,926 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 task-masterFrequently Asked Questions
What problem does Task Master solve?
AI coding often hits the 'where do I start with this big task' problem. Task Master lets agents automatically decompose complex requirements into structured task lists, track the completion status of each task, manage dependencies between tasks, and ensure large projects progress systematically.
How do I use Task Master?
After installing in Cursor or Claude Code, just tell the agent your project requirements and it will automatically call Task Master to create task breakdowns, assign priorities, and track progress. Supports viewing task lists, updating status, marking complete, and more.
Is Task Master free?
Completely free and open source. No API key needed — it runs entirely locally. All task data is stored in your local file system and never uploaded to third-party servers.