Next.js MCP Server Template

The official Next.js MCP Server Template from Vercel Labs provides a modern foundation for building Model Context Protocol servers integrated with Next.js applications, combining web development with AI agent capabilities.

Key Features

• Next.js Integration: Seamless integration with Next.js applications
• Official Template: Maintained by Vercel Labs team
• Modern Stack: Built with latest Next.js and React features
• API Routes: MCP server endpoints as Next.js API routes
• TypeScript Support: Full TypeScript integration and type safety

Template Benefits

• Rapid Setup: Quick start with proven patterns
• Production Ready: Built on Next.js production best practices
• Vercel Deployment: Optimized for Vercel platform deployment
• Developer Experience: Excellent DX with hot reload and debugging
• Community Support: Backed by Vercel Labs and community

Getting Started

npx create-next-app my-mcp-app --template https://github.com/vercel-labs/mcp-for-next.js
cd my-mcp-app
npm run dev

Project Structure

my-mcp-app/
├── pages/api/mcp/     # MCP server endpoints
├── lib/mcp/          # MCP utilities and helpers
├── components/       # React components
└── types/           # TypeScript definitions

Use Cases

• Web applications with AI agent integration
• MCP servers with web interfaces
• Next.js projects requiring MCP functionality
• Modern full-stack MCP applications