docdex
Local-first documentation and code indexer with HTTP/MCP search, AST, and agent memory.
No outside reports on file
docdex is distributed via npm (docdex); 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 sourcenpm (docdex)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
npx -y docdexAbout Docdex
Docdex is an MCP server focused on Developer tools and Web & browsing: Local-first documentation and code indexer with HTTP/MCP search, AST, and agent memory.
It is published on npm as docdex and hosted on GitHub at bekirdag/docdex (15 GitHub stars, 519 weekly npm downloads, last repository push on 2026-10-21). 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 docdex with --ignore-scripts in claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"docdex": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "--ignore-scripts", "docdex"]
}
}
}
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 15
- Weekly npm downloads
- 2k
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-28
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 npm (docdex). 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 Docdex?
Run npx -y docdex 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/bekirdag/docdex.
Are there security reports about Docdex?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). Docdex currently holds Grade D (High risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include dependency & version pinning:.
Is Docdex actively maintained?
Docdex has 15 GitHub stars and 2k weekly npm downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-10-21. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/bekirdag/docdex before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to Docdex?
You can compare Docdex side by side with other Search, Memory MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.
Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- bekirdag
- Source code
- github.com/bekirdag/docdex
- Install command
- npm install docdex
- Est. context load
- ~700 tokens / turn (~4 tool schemas, 0.35% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 15 GitHub stars, 2k weekly npm downloads
- Last updated
- 2026-10-28
- Last graded
- 2026-10-20
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