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rpk-cloud

Automate Redpanda Cloud authentication and management from the CLI.

6|3|Updated May 31, 2026
Search Tags:#authentication#mcp#cloud#login#cloud-auth#rpk#BYOC
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npx skills add https://github.com/redpanda-data/skills --skill rpk-cloud
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Skill: rpk-cloud
Source: https://github.com/redpanda-data/skills/tree/main/skills/rpk-cloud
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/redpanda-data/skills --skill rpk-cloud

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Automates the authentication and management of Redpanda Cloud from the command line, consolidating login, cloud auth management, cluster selection, BYOC provisioning, and MCP integration into a single workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Login with SSO or client credentials
  • Manage named cloud authentications (list, use, delete, token)
  • Select Cloud clusters and wire profiles
  • Manage resource groups
  • BYOC provisioning: install, apply, destroy, validate
  • MCP server integration for AI agents (stdio/install/proxy)

Quick Start

Log in to Redpanda Cloud with rpk cloud login to start managing cloud authentication and clusters.

Frequently Asked Questions about rpk-cloud

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I authenticate Redpanda Cloud from the command line?▼

You can authenticate Redpanda Cloud from the command line using rpk cloud login, which supports both SSO and client-credentials workflows. Tokens are retrieved and persisted locally in the rpk.yaml configuration file for future sessions.

Can I manage multiple cloud authentication profiles for Redpanda Cloud?▼

Yes, you can manage multiple named cloud authentications for Redpanda Cloud. The CLI allows you to list, use, delete, and retrieve tokens for specific profiles, making it easy to switch between different cloud accounts and clusters.

How do I provision BYOC environments for Redpanda Cloud?▼

You can provision Bring Your Own Cloud (BYOC) environments for Redpanda Cloud by running CLI commands to install, apply, validate, and destroy infrastructure directly within your own cloud accounts.

Does Redpanda Cloud CLI support integration with MCP servers for AI agents?▼

Yes, Redpanda Cloud CLI supports MCP server integration for AI agents like Claude. You can configure the server using stdio, install, and proxy modes to facilitate seamless AI agent interactions with your cloud resources.

What is the best way to select a Redpanda Cloud cluster and wire a local profile?▼

The best way to select a Redpanda Cloud cluster and wire a local profile is by using the rpk cloud CLI. It enables direct cluster selection and automatically wires your local profile configurations to the chosen cloud resources.

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