markitdown-mcp-npx

MCP server · npm · ★ 14 · graded 2026-10-20Source linked

NPX wrapper for Microsoft's MarkItDown MCP server - run without Docker. Provides the same file conversion capabilities (PDF, Word, Excel, images, etc.) as the original Docker version but with easier setup and direct file system access.

No outside reports on file

markitdown-mcp-npx reads local files; restrict its folder reach, network access, and credentials before installing.

Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 19, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.

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What it can access

Local filesReads & writes local foldersREVIEW
Command executionNo shell command runner notedLOW
Network reachConnects to outside service APINOTED
CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
Package sourcenpm (markitdown-mcp-npx)PUBLIC

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Install

npx -y markitdown-mcp-npx

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About Markitdown MCP Npx

Markitdown MCP Npx is an MCP server focused on Developer tools and Files & documents: NPX wrapper for Microsoft's MarkItDown MCP server - run without Docker. Provides the same file conversion capabilities (PDF, Word, Excel, images, etc.) as the original Docker version but with easier setup and direct file system access.

It is published on npm as markitdown-mcp-npx and hosted on GitHub at xkiranj/markitdown-mcp-npx (14 GitHub stars, 175 weekly npm downloads, last repository push on 2026-02-19). Based on its public metadata, its operational scope includes: reads local files.

Setup

Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.

Run markitdown-mcp-npx with --ignore-scripts in claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json:

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "markitdown-mcp-npx": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "--ignore-scripts", "markitdown-mcp-npx"]
    }
  }
}

Why this grade

DD — High risk signals

Signal-based grade (1/7 points): public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.

Popularity and upkeep

31/100

GitHub stars: 14
Weekly npm downloads: 256
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).

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Risks to watch for

Local file read access: Reads local documents or database files. Point it only at the specific files needed for the task so sensitive workspace files remain out of reach.
Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via npm (markitdown-mcp-npx). 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 Markitdown MCP Npx?

Run npx -y markitdown-mcp-npx 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/xkiranj/markitdown-mcp-npx.

Are there security reports about Markitdown MCP Npx?

No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). Markitdown MCP Npx currently holds Grade D (High risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include local file read access:, dependency & version pinning:.

Is Markitdown MCP Npx actively maintained?

Markitdown MCP Npx has 14 GitHub stars and 256 weekly npm downloads, with its latest repository commit pushed on 2026-02-19. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/xkiranj/markitdown-mcp-npx before pinning it in production.

What are alternatives to Markitdown MCP Npx?

You can compare Markitdown MCP Npx side by side with other Docker MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or use the Compare tool on AgentArmorHQ.

Maintain or use Markitdown MCP Npx? Show its live grade in your GitHub README, docs site, or run a check from the terminal before you install.

AgentArmorHQ Risk Grade D for Markitdown MCP Npx

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Terminal check:

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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: markitdown-mcp-npx
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/xkiranj-markitdown-mcp-npx
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade D (High risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 14 GitHub stars, 256 weekly npm downloads

#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** Reads & writes local folders
- **Command execution:** No shell command runner noted
- **Network reach:** Connects to outside service API
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** npm (markitdown-mcp-npx)

#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Command:** `npx -y --ignore-scripts markitdown-mcp-npx`
- **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: xkiranj
Source code: github.com/xkiranj/markitdown-mcp-npx
Install command: npm install markitdown-mcp-npx
Est. context load: ~750 tokens / turn (~4 tool schemas, 0.38% of 200k context)
Popularity: 14 GitHub stars, 256 weekly npm downloads
Last updated: 2026-10-28
Last graded: 2026-10-20

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