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render-mcp

Configure and connect the Render MCP server for Cursor, Claude Code, and Codex.

Updated Apr 14, 2026
Search Tags:#authentication#troubleshooting#mcp#workspace#render#ai-tools#tool-catalog
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/renderinc/render-codex-plugin --skill render-mcp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: render-mcp
Source: https://github.com/renderinc/render-codex-plugin/tree/main/skills/render-mcp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/renderinc/render-codex-plugin --skill render-mcp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Connects and configures the Render MCP server for AI coding tools—setup per tool (Cursor, Claude Code, Codex), authentication, workspace selection, tool catalog, and troubleshooting. Use when MCP is not configured, list_services() fails, the user asks about Render MCP setup, or an action skill needs MCP but it's not connected yet.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Setup and authentication: Connect the MCP server and configure credentials for supported tools.
  • Workspace and catalog governance: Select the active workspace and discover available MCP tools for services, deployments, and logs.
  • Troubleshooting pathway: Detect and resolve common auth, workspace, or transport issues using guided steps and best practices.

Quick Start

Configure and connect the Render MCP server to AI coding tools, then select a workspace and verify access.

Frequently Asked Questions about render-mcp

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure Render MCP for AI coding tools?▼

To configure Render MCP, connect the server URL https://mcp.render.com/mcp to your AI tool, authenticate using a valid API key, select an active workspace, and verify access to the tool catalog.

Can I use Render MCP with Cursor, Claude Code, and Codex?▼

Yes, Render MCP operates across multiple AI coding tools including Cursor, Claude Code, and Codex to set up authentication, workspace selection, and tool catalog access for your services.

Why does list_services() fail when using Render MCP?▼

The list_services() function fails when the Render MCP server is not configured, authentication credentials are invalid, or no active workspace is selected to govern tool catalog access.

What do I need to authenticate the Render MCP server?▼

You need a valid API key and the MCP URL https://mcp.render.com/mcp to authenticate the Render MCP server, followed by selecting an active workspace to enable tool catalog access.

How do I troubleshoot Render MCP connection and transport issues?▼

Troubleshoot Render MCP by detecting and resolving common authentication, workspace selection, or transport issues using guided steps and best practices provided within the setup pathway.

What workspace setup is required to access the Render MCP tool catalog?▼

An active workspace must be selected after authenticating with your API key to govern and discover available MCP tools for services, deployments, and logs within the Render environment.

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