Docker MCP Guide

Name: Docker MCP
Author: Docker

Manage Docker containers, images, and compose stacks. Start, stop, and inspect running containers.

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Quick Start

Install

npx @mcp/docker

Claude Desktop Configuration

Add this to your claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "docker-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "@mcp/docker"
      ]
    }
  }
}

manage_containers

Start, stop, and inspect containers

manage_images

Pull, build, and list images

Docker MCP requires the following permissions. Review the risk levels before granting access.

Permission	Description	Risk
`docker.read`	Inspect Docker state	low
`docker.write`	Manage containers and images	high