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unifi-access-setup

Configure UniFi Access as an MCP server for AI clients.

1|Updated Apr 6, 2025
Search Tags:#claude code#permissions#codex#api key#mcp server#openclaw#unifi access
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/david-driscoll/stargate-command-cluster --skill unifi-access-setup
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: unifi-access-setup
Source: https://github.com/david-driscoll/stargate-command-cluster/tree/main/.agents/skills/unifi-access-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/david-driscoll/stargate-command-cluster --skill unifi-access-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you set up UniFi Access as an MCP server so your AI client can manage and query your UniFi Access controller without manual wiring or repetitive configuration steps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Controller connection setup: Collects your UniFi controller host and ensures the MCP server targets the correct endpoint and ports.
  • Secure authentication configuration: Supports API-key-only, username/password-only, or both, and writes the needed environment variables for your chosen client runtime.
  • Granular permission enablement: Lets you start read-only or enable visitor, credential, and door operations by setting the appropriate policy variables.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to run the unifi-access-setup Skill and guide you through entering your controller host and choosing API key and/or username/password so it writes the correct configuration for your client.

Frequently Asked Questions about unifi-access-setup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure UniFi Access as an MCP server for Claude Code?▼

To configure UniFi Access as an MCP server for Claude Code, run the unifi-access-setup Skill to collect your controller host and authentication inputs, which writes the correct environment variables for your client runtime.

Can I use API key authentication to set up a UniFi Access MCP server?▼

Yes, UniFi Access MCP server setup supports API-key-only, username/password-only, or both authentication methods, writing the necessary environment variables for your chosen AI client runtime.

How do I enable write permissions for door operations in a UniFi Access MCP setup?▼

You enable write permissions for door operations by setting the appropriate policy variables during MCP configuration, allowing the AI client to manage visitor, credential, and door operations beyond the default read-only mode.

Does UniFi Access MCP setup work with Codex and OpenClaw clients?▼

Yes, UniFi Access MCP setup applies to Claude Code, Codex, and OpenClaw clients, ensuring consistent Access API connectivity and optional write permissions across different AI client environments.

What's the best way to manage UniFi Access controller endpoints without manual wiring?▼

The best way to manage UniFi Access controller endpoints without manual wiring is using an MCP server configuration Skill that collects your controller host and ensures the server targets the correct endpoint and ports automatically.

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