joplin-mcp
MCP server for the Joplin note taking app
No outside reports on file
joplin-mcp is distributed via PyPI (joplin-mcp); review its source code, dependencies, and requested permissions before use.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 19, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionRuns shell or system commandsREVIEW
- Network reachConnects to outside service APINOTED
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourcePyPI (joplin-mcp)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
uvx joplin-mcpAbout Joplin MCP
Joplin MCP is an MCP server focused on Files & documents and Cloud & infrastructure: MCP server for the Joplin note taking app.
It is published on PyPI as joplin-mcp and hosted on GitHub at alondmnt/joplin-mcp (174 GitHub stars). Based on its public metadata, it operates with standard local or API scope without broad shell execution flags noted.
Setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
Run the PyPI package joplin-mcp in an isolated environment:
uvx joplin-mcp
See https://github.com/alondmnt/joplin-mcp (opens external site) for required environment variables.
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (2/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 174
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-29
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Security reports
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29).
Risks to watch for
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via PyPI (joplin-mcp). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
- Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.
Network isolation
- Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
- If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.
Monitoring
- Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
- Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.
Red flags to watch for
- It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
- It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.
Questions
How do I install Joplin MCP?
Run uvx joplin-mcp (or pip install joplin-mcp) in your terminal, or add the server entry to your claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json as shown in the Setup section on this page. Full setup docs and environment variables are in github.com/alondmnt/joplin-mcp.
Are there security reports about Joplin MCP?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). Joplin MCP currently holds Grade C (Moderate risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include dependency & version pinning:.
Is Joplin MCP actively maintained?
Joplin MCP has 174 GitHub stars. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-29. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/alondmnt/joplin-mcp before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Joplin MCP?
Compare Joplin MCP side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.
README badge and team notes
Maintain or use Joplin MCP? Show its live grade in your GitHub README, docs site, or run a check from the terminal before you install.
GitHub README Markdown:
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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: joplin-mcp
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/alondmnt-joplin-mcp
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade C (Moderate risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 174 GitHub stars
#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** No local folder access noted
- **Command execution:** Runs shell or system commands
- **Network reach:** Connects to outside service API
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** PyPI (joplin-mcp)
#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `uvx joplin-mcp`
- **Controls:** Pin an exact version in `.mcp.json`, scope access to a single workspace folder, and use a least-privilege read-only token where supported.
_Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 19, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- alondmnt
- Source code
- github.com/alondmnt/joplin-mcp
- Install command
- pip install joplin-mcp
- Est. context load
- ~500 tokens / turn (~3 tool schemas, 0.25% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 174 GitHub stars
- Last updated
- 2026-10-29
- Last graded
- 2026-10-19
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