C — Moderate risk signals Graded October 16, 2026Several concerns worth a closer look before you install.Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of October 16, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
App connector · Cloud & infrastructure
hostinger-api-mcp
MCP server for Hostinger API
Bottom line: Signal-based grade (2/7 points): heavily downloaded, no public source code found. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code audit.
- Popularity score
- 40/100
- Rank
- #343 of 500
- Weekly downloads
- 173k
What it does
This MCP server bridges Claude and other AI agents to the Hostinger API, enabling programmatic management of hosting accounts, domains, and related infrastructure. It translates natural language requests into authenticated API calls to Hostinger's platform.
Who it’s for
Hosting providers, web agencies, and builders who want to automate Hostinger account operations through AI agents. Technical teams managing multiple Hostinger accounts at scale.
Copy-paste setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
npm install hostinger-api-mcp
For Claude Desktop, add to claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"hostinger": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["hostinger-api-mcp"],
"env": {
"HOSTINGER_API_KEY": "your-api-key-here"
}
}
}
}
Verify against the repo README for current authentication requirements and any additional environment variables.
Risks
- API credentials stored in environment variables or config files; misconfiguration could expose full account access to hosting infrastructure
- Prompt injection risk: malicious instructions could cause unintended domain transfers, DNS changes, or service disruptions
- High-impact operations possible (delete sites, modify billing) with limited audit trails if agent behavior is unpredictable
- Supply-chain risk: 0 GitHub stars and unofficial status suggest limited security review and community oversight compared to official Hostinger SDKs
- Unclear logging/monitoring of API calls; difficult to detect if an agent has been compromised and is exfiltrating credentials or modifying configurations
How to stay secure
Least-privilege permissions
- Create a dedicated Hostinger API key (a password-like credential) that can only manage specific domains or services, not your entire account. Avoid using your main account credentials.
- Restrict the API key to read-only access where possible; only enable write permissions (ability to make changes) for absolutely necessary tasks.
- Rotate API credentials every 90 days and immediately revoke any key if a system or person with access is compromised.
- Never share API keys via email, chat, or documentation—store them only in encrypted credential management systems that limit who can view them.
Network isolation
- Run the hostinger-api-mcp connector on a dedicated, isolated server separate from your main business applications and databases.
- Use firewall rules to block all outbound internet traffic from this server except direct connections to Hostinger API endpoints.
- If possible, access this server only through a VPN or private network tunnel; disable direct public internet access.
- Implement network segmentation so that if this connector is compromised, attackers cannot easily move to other critical systems.
Monitoring
- Enable detailed logging of every API call made by the connector, including what action was taken, by whom, and when—store logs in a secure, tamper-proof location.
- Set up automated alerts to notify your team immediately if unusual activity is detected, such as unexpected domain transfers, DNS changes, or bulk deletions.
- Audit logs weekly and investigate any API activity that wasn't explicitly requested by your team.
- Maintain a change log documenting who authorized each API operation and why, for accountability.
Red flags to watch for
- API credentials appearing in error messages, logs visible to unauthorized users, or requests to "test" the connector with your real account.
- Unexpected changes to your domains, DNS records, billing settings, or site configurations that you didn't request.
- The connector making requests outside normal business hours or to services/domains you don't recognize.
- Slowing or crashes of your hosting services, which could indicate the agent is making excessive or malicious API calls.
Alternatives
- Official Hostinger API client libraries – use language-native SDKs directly (Node.js, Python) for tighter control and audit logs
- Zapier/Make.com integrations – no-code automation of Hostinger tasks with built-in approval workflows and audit trails
- Custom webhook handlers – build dedicated API endpoints that wrap Hostinger calls with your own authorization and logging logic
- Hostinger control panel UI automation – browser-based RPA tools (UiPath, Automation Anywhere) for lower-risk, human-observable actions