Manual MCP Server Setup
Complete control over your PersistQ MCP server configuration for any AI tool
When to Use Manual Setup
Manual Configuration
Full control over MCP server settings, environment variables, and configuration paths
Auto-Setup Limitations
Some AI tools may not support all configuration options or require specific file formats
Prerequisites: Node.js 16+ installed and your PersistQ API key from the dashboard. Your API key starts with mh_
Manual Setup by Platform
Click on your platform below to view detailed setup instructions:
Configuration Options
Environment Variables
Troubleshooting
Verification Steps
Next Steps
Platform-Specific Guides
Detailed setup instructions for Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, and Cursor IDE
API Reference
Complete HTTP API documentation for direct integration
Need Help?
Check out our getting started guide for automated setup options, or API reference for direct HTTP integration.