mcp-local-rag
Local-first RAG server for developers with semantic and keyword search capabilities.
GraphCanon updated Sep 20, 2026 · GitHub synced Sep 20, 2026
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Decision brief
mcp-local-rag is designed for developers who prioritize privacy and ease of setup when performing semantic and keyword searches on local codebases and technical documents through MCP or CLI integration.
Good fit when
- When you need to perform both semantic and keyword-based search operations within a local, privacy-focused environment tailored specifically for handling codebases and technical documentation.
- If your project requires minimal setup yet offers robust search capabilities using the MCP or CLI methods of interaction with RAG services.
Avoid when
- When you do not require a privacy-first approach and are willing to rely on cloud-based solutions that might offer more extensive feature sets beyond just keyword and semantic searches.
- If your use case involves scaling search capabilities across multiple remote databases or servers, as mcp-local-rag is best suited for local data only.
Observed Jul 17, 2026 · Source: enrich:decision_facts
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Adoption
Package downloads where a registry match exists. GitHub stars (400) are secondary evidence.
- npm downloads (30d)
- 17,005·npm downloads API·Sep 20, 2026
Maintenance and security
Full trust report- Maintenance
- Very active (0d since push)
- As of Sep 20, 2026
- Provenance
- Not a fork · Personal account
- As of Sep 20, 2026
- Security (OSV)
- No criticals
- As of Aug 9, 2026
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Install
npm install mcp-local-ragHow it fits your stack(1)
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Overview
Provides a privacy-focused, easy-to-setup environment for semantic and keyword-based searches within codebases and technical documents. Supports integration through MCP or CLI.
Capability facts
- CLI
- CLI entrypoint
Source: package.json:bin|scripts · Sep 20, 2026
- MCP server
- Ships MCP server
Source: package.json:@modelcontextprotocol/* · Sep 20, 2026
- Languages
- typescript, javascript
Source: github.language+package.json · Sep 20, 2026
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Compatibility
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Source: README excerpt (regex_v1, Sep 20, 2026)
- Node.js 22 or laterSource link
Source: README excerpt (regex_v1, Sep 20, 2026)
mcp-local-rag uses the standard MCP protocol over a local stdio server, so it works with AISource link
Source: README excerpt (regex_v1, Sep 20, 2026)
**For Cursor:** Add to `~/.cursor/mcp.json`:Source link
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README
Requirements Node.js 22 or later Internet access on first use to download the npm package and embedding model A directory containing the documents you want to search Set to that directory. It is also the security boundary for file operations. Replace below with the directory's ab...
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