Namecheap

Name: Namecheap
Author: ziggythebot

by ziggythebotversion 1.1.3i★ 1iRuns on your computer

Registry nameio.github.ziggythebot/namecheap

How to install

What it does

Check domain availability across 600+ TLDs on Namecheap with pricing and purchase links

Connects Runs on your computer
Account or key Needs NAMECHEAP_API_KEY · 3 settings to fill in (NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP)
Category Other

Install

Pick the AI app you use, then copy the settings.

Passed 1/3 checks · Runs on your computer · ✓ Commands checked Nov 13, 2026

First: which AI do you use?

ClaudeWeb · app · phoneChatGPTWebClaude CodeTerminalCursorCode editorVS CodeCode editorOtherOther apps

Pick your app and the steps appear below.

Works with Claude, with some setup first

You need a Namecheap key (create it on the maker’s site) · 3 setting(s) to fill in (NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time) · Only the Claude desktop app (Windows or Mac), not the web or phone

Install Node.js
One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js
Open the Node.js download page ↗
Done
Sign up and create a Namecheap key
Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.
How to get a key is in the maker’s README below
Done
3
Fill in 3 setting(s)
These are program settings, not keys. No sign-up needed; fill them in as the maker describes.
- NAMECHEAP_API_USER Your Namecheap account username
- NAMECHEAP_USERNAME Your Namecheap account username (same as API_USER)
- NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP Your whitelisted IP address (get with: curl -s https://api.ipify.org)
Descriptions are as written by the maker.
Done
Open the Claude desktop app’s settings file
SettingsDeveloperEdit Config
Done

Paste these settings and save the file

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "namecheap": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@birdmania1/namecheap-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "NAMECHEAP_API_USER": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_API_KEY": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_USERNAME": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone

Done

Quit Claude and open it again
Done
Try it
Use Namecheap and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing
✓ If Claude says it is using Namecheap or shows a Namecheap tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against Anthropic’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

ChatGPT cannot connect Namecheap yet

Namecheap runs on your computer, but ChatGPT can only connect servers that run on the web

What you can do instead

A · Use an app that can connect Namecheap

Steps for Claude →You need a Namecheap key (create it on the maker’s site) · 3 setting(s) to fill in (NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time) · Only the Claude desktop app (Windows or Mac), not the web or phone
Steps for Claude Code →You need a Namecheap key (create it on the maker’s site) · 3 setting(s) to fill in (NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)
Steps for Cursor →You need a Namecheap key (create it on the maker’s site) · 3 setting(s) to fill in (NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)
Steps for VS Code →You need a Namecheap key (create it on the maker’s site) · 3 setting(s) to fill in (NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP) · Install Node.js on your computer first (one time)

B · Others in Other that work with ChatGPT

Picked from the most used in the same category, only ones that connect by address with no key

Hostinger✓ ChatGPT
World Monitor✓ ChatGPT
Svelte MCP✓ ChatGPT

Works with Claude Code, with some setup first

Install Node.js
One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js
Open the Node.js download page ↗
Done
Sign up and create a Namecheap key
Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.
How to get a key is in the maker’s README below
Done
3
Fill in 3 setting(s)
These are program settings, not keys. No sign-up needed; fill them in as the maker describes.
- NAMECHEAP_API_USER Your Namecheap account username
- NAMECHEAP_USERNAME Your Namecheap account username (same as API_USER)
- NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP Your whitelisted IP address (get with: curl -s https://api.ipify.org)
Descriptions are as written by the maker.
Done
Open Terminal
Mac: press Command+Space and type Terminal · Windows: open PowerShell
Done

Paste this command and press Enter

claude mcp add --scope user namecheap --env NAMECHEAP_API_USER=your-value --env NAMECHEAP_API_KEY=your-value --env NAMECHEAP_USERNAME=your-value --env NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP=your-value -- npx -y @birdmania1/namecheap-mcp

Replace “your-value” with your key before pressing Enter

Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone

Done

Type /mcp in Claude Code
You should see Namecheap listed as connected
Done
Try it
Use Namecheap and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing
✓ If Claude Code says it is using Namecheap or shows a Namecheap tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against Anthropic’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

Works with Cursor, with some setup first

Install Node.js
One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js
Open the Node.js download page ↗
Done
Sign up and create a Namecheap key
Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.
How to get a key is in the maker’s README below
Done
3
Fill in 3 setting(s)
These are program settings, not keys. No sign-up needed; fill them in as the maker describes.
- NAMECHEAP_API_USER Your Namecheap account username
- NAMECHEAP_USERNAME Your Namecheap account username (same as API_USER)
- NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP Your whitelisted IP address (get with: curl -s https://api.ipify.org)
Descriptions are as written by the maker.
Done
Click this button to open Cursor
Open in Cursor
Cursor asks you to confirm; click Install
Done
Fill in your key
In the Namecheap settings, NAMECHEAP_API_KEY, NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP is empty; add your key and save
Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone
Done
Open the AI chat in Cursor in Agent mode
Done
Try it
Use Namecheap and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing
✓ If Cursor says it is using Namecheap or shows a Namecheap tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against Cursor’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

Works with VS Code, with some setup first

Install Node.js
One time only; it works for every server that needs Node.js
Open the Node.js download page ↗
Done
Sign up and create a Namecheap key
Open the maker’s site, sign up and create an API key for the next step. Check the maker’s site for pricing and free plans.
How to get a key is in the maker’s README below
Done
3
Fill in 3 setting(s)
These are program settings, not keys. No sign-up needed; fill them in as the maker describes.
- NAMECHEAP_API_USER Your Namecheap account username
- NAMECHEAP_USERNAME Your Namecheap account username (same as API_USER)
- NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP Your whitelisted IP address (get with: curl -s https://api.ipify.org)
Descriptions are as written by the maker.
Done
Click this button to open VS Code
Open in VS Code
VS Code asks you to confirm; click Install
Done
Fill in your key
In the Namecheap settings, NAMECHEAP_API_KEY, NAMECHEAP_API_USER, NAMECHEAP_USERNAME, NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP is empty; add your key and save
Paste the key only into the app’s field, never into a chat or to anyone
Done
Open the AI chat in VS Code in Agent mode
Done
Try it
Use Namecheap and tell me what you can do for me, then show me one thing
✓ If VS Code says it is using Namecheap or shows a Namecheap tool in the answer, you are connected

Menu names checked against VS Code’s help page on Nov 11, 2026 · your screen may differ slightly by app version

Other apps that use MCP, such as Windsurf, Zed or Gemini CLI, each add servers differently. See how in the app list.

See every app that uses MCP →

JSON settings are under “For developers” below

Stuck? Ask people who use Namecheap💬 Discussion →

For developers: Terminal commands and JSON settings

Installed on your computer

Claude Code

claude mcp add --scope user namecheap --env NAMECHEAP_API_USER=your-value --env NAMECHEAP_API_KEY=your-value --env NAMECHEAP_USERNAME=your-value --env NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP=your-value -- npx -y @birdmania1/namecheap-mcp

Claude Desktop (claude_desktop_config.json)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "namecheap": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@birdmania1/namecheap-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "NAMECHEAP_API_USER": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_API_KEY": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_USERNAME": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Cursor (~/.cursor/mcp.json)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "namecheap": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@birdmania1/namecheap-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "NAMECHEAP_API_USER": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_API_KEY": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_USERNAME": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

VS Code (mcp.json)

{
  "servers": {
    "namecheap": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@birdmania1/namecheap-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "NAMECHEAP_API_USER": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_API_KEY": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_USERNAME": "your-value",
        "NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Values you fill in

NAMECHEAP_API_USER required env
Your Namecheap account username
NAMECHEAP_API_KEY secret required env
Your Namecheap API key from Profile → Tools → API Access
NAMECHEAP_USERNAME required env
Your Namecheap account username (same as API_USER)
NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP required env
Your whitelisted IP address (get with: curl -s https://api.ipify.org)

Descriptions are as written by the maker.

These settings are generated from the maker’s registry entry. If the README says otherwise, follow the README.

At a glance

GitHub stars i: 1
Downloads per weeki: 37/wk
Licence i: No licence stated
Connection: Runs on your computer
Transport: stdio
Latest versioni: 1.1.3
Categoryi: Other
Published to registryi: Mar 14, 2026
Code last changedi: Mar 16, 2026
Maker: ziggythebot
Packages: npm: @birdmania1/namecheap-mcp
Repo: ziggythebot/namecheap-mcp
Registry status: Active

Which apps can use it

Based on how this server connects and on each app’s own docs, checked Nov 10, 2026.

Run on your computer in

Claude Goose LM Studio Msty Studio Cherry Studio Cursor VS Code + GitHub Copilot Visual Studio Windsurf (Devin Desktop)Zed Kiro Cline Continue JetBrains AI Assistant Claude Code Codex CLI Gemini CLI OpenCode nodecode Warp LibreChat Raycast

All apps, with pros and cons →

What it can do

Runs on your computer; the tool list appears in your AI app after you install it.

Basic checksi

We check information anyone can see; we have not read the code. Checks that do not apply are left out of the count. · Checked Nov 14, 2026

✓ Pass
Maker matches the repo
The registry name was verified with the GitHub account ziggythebot, which owns the repo
! Caution
Still maintained
Code last changed 8 months ago, more than 6 months ago
✕ Fail
Has a licence
No licence file found in the repo
– Not applicable
Endpoint responds
This one runs on your computer; there is no internet endpoint
– Not applicable
Sign-in with OAuth
Runs on your computer and uses local settings instead
… Not checked yet
No hidden instructions in tool descriptions
Runs on your computer; we can only read tool lists from internet endpoints

Discussion

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User reviews

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Compared with others in Otheri

More stars than 86% of the other 19725 servers in this category
Published to the registry more recently than 3% of the other 19725 servers in this category
Basic checks equal to or better than 8% of the other 19725 servers in this category

Compared with every active server in this category in the registry. Stars count only when the publisher owns the repo.

Common questions

Is Namecheap safe?

It passed 1 of 3 applicable basic checks. We have not read the code. Before adding a key or token, see what access the server asks for and use a key with only the permissions you need.

What keys or codes does it need?

You need to fill in: NAMECHEAP_API_KEY

Does it run on my computer or in the cloud?

It runs on your computer. Your AI app starts it when needed, and data does not pass through the maker’s servers (unless it calls an online service itself).

Is it still maintained?

The GitHub repo last changed 8 months ago, and the latest version (1.1.3) reached the registry 8 months ago.

Which apps can use it?

Apps that support MCP, such as Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor and VS Code. You also need Node.js on your computer.

What can I use instead?

In the same category: World Monitor, Claude Flow, Windmill

Others in the same category

Servers in the same category from other makers, sorted by stars.

Reading a card:↓ Downloads per weeki★ GitHub starsiThree pillars: reviews · checks · usageiUpdated = latest version published to the registryi

World Monitor

Real-time global intelligence on conflict, markets, energy, trade, shipping and cyber. 97 tools.

by koala73Widely used★ 90.6KUpdated yesterday

Runs in the cloud✓ service owner · worldmonitor.app

How to connect

Claude Flow

AI orchestration with hive-mind swarms, neural networks, and 87 MCP tools for enterprise dev.

by ruvnetWidely used↓ 13.5K/wk★ 81.6KUpdated 14 months ago

Runs on your computer

Install

Windmill

Run Windmill scripts and flows and manage jobs, schedules, resources and variables.

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How to connect

README from the maker

Open the README

Copied from the maker’s repo as written. PopNx MCP has not reviewed or endorsed it. HTML, images and scripts are removed. Links lead off this site.

Namecheap MCP

Check domain availability across 600+ TLDs on Namecheap without leaving Claude

Ask Claude to check domains conversationally and get instant results with purchase links.

Installation

npx @birdmania1/namecheap-mcp

⚠️ IMPORTANT: After installing, you MUST configure your Namecheap API credentials (see Setup below). The MCP won't work without them.

Setup (3 minutes)

Copy-paste these commands to Claude one at a time and follow the steps:

Step 1: Get Your IP Address

Say to Claude:

Visit https://api.ipify.org and tell me my IP address

Claude will tell you your IP. Write it down - you'll need it in steps 2 and 3.

Step 2: Enable Namecheap API

Do these steps manually in your browser:

Go to https://www.namecheap.com and log in
Click Profile (top right) → Tools → Namecheap API Access
Click "Enable API Access"
Under Whitelisted IPs, click "Add New" and paste your IP from Step 1
Copy your API key - you'll need it in Step 3

Step 3: Configure Claude Code

Say to Claude:

Add the Namecheap MCP server to my Claude Code config with these credentials:

API User: [your namecheap username]
API Key: [the key you just copied]
Username: [your namecheap username]
Client IP: [the IP from step 1]

Use this exact MCP server config:

{ "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "@birdmania1/namecheap-mcp"], "env": { "NAMECHEAP_API_USER": "your_username", "NAMECHEAP_API_KEY": "your_api_key_here", "NAMECHEAP_USERNAME": "your_username", "NAMECHEAP_CLIENT_IP": "your.ip.address.here" } }

Important:

Add it to the SAME config file where your other MCP servers are (check where perplexity/github/etc are configured)
Make sure "namecheap" only appears in ONE config file (not duplicated across ~/.claude.json, settings.json, or mcp.json)
If you get errors, check for duplicate entries and remove them

Important: Replace the placeholder values with your actual credentials before sending to Claude.

Step 4: Restart Claude Code

Fully quit Claude Code (⌘+Q on Mac, Alt+F4 on Windows) and reopen it.

Step 5: Test It

Say to Claude:

Check if example.com and startup.io are available

You should get instant results with prices and purchase links!

If it doesn't work, see Troubleshooting below.

What You Can Do

Find startup names:

"I'm building a SaaS for restaurants. Help me find a domain."

Check specific domains:

"Check if myapp.com, myapp.io, and myapp.ai are available"

Find alternatives:

"example.com is taken. Find me similar domains."

Research TLDs:

"Check if any single-word domains are available in .ai"

Features

600+ TLDs — .com, .io, .ai, .xyz, .tech, and more
Batch checking — Check 100 domains at once
Instant pricing — See costs upfront
Purchase links — One-click to buy
Secure — Direct API, no proxy server

Troubleshooting

"Invalid request IP" error:

Your IP changed. Update it in Namecheap's whitelist.
Ask Claude "What's my IP?" to get your current IP.

"API access not enabled":

Enable it in your Namecheap account settings.

Not showing up in Claude:

Check for duplicate entries: "namecheap" should only appear in ONE config file
Common locations: ~/.claude.json, ~/.claude/settings.json, ~/.claude/mcp.json
Remove duplicates, keeping only the one in the file where your other MCPs live
Restart Claude Code after editing (full quit and reopen)
Verify JSON is valid (no trailing commas, proper nesting)

License

MIT

Made by developers tired of tab-switching

Namecheap

What it does

Install

Install Node.js

Sign up and create a Namecheap key

Fill in 3 setting(s)

Open the Claude desktop app’s settings file

Paste these settings and save the file

Quit Claude and open it again

Try it

What you can do instead

Install Node.js

Sign up and create a Namecheap key

Fill in 3 setting(s)

Open Terminal

Paste this command and press Enter

Type /mcp in Claude Code

Try it

Install Node.js

Sign up and create a Namecheap key

Fill in 3 setting(s)

Click this button to open Cursor

Fill in your key

Open the AI chat in Cursor in Agent mode

Try it

Install Node.js

Sign up and create a Namecheap key

Fill in 3 setting(s)

Click this button to open VS Code

Fill in your key

Open the AI chat in VS Code in Agent mode

Try it

Installed on your computer

Values you fill in

At a glance

Which apps can use it

Related guides

What it can do

Basic checksi

Maker matches the repo

Still maintained

Has a licence

Endpoint responds

Sign-in with OAuth

No hidden instructions in tool descriptions

Discussion

User reviews

Compared with others in Otheri

Common questions

Others in the same category

World Monitor

Claude Flow

Windmill

README from the maker

Namecheap MCP

Installation

Setup (3 minutes)

Step 1: Get Your IP Address

Step 2: Enable Namecheap API

Step 3: Configure Claude Code

Step 4: Restart Claude Code

Step 5: Test It

What You Can Do

Features

Troubleshooting

License