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This MCP server provides read-only access to Chess.com's public API, enabling AI assistants to retrieve player data, game records, and club information for analysis.

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Overview

This MCP server provides read-only access to Chess.com's public API, enabling AI assistants to retrieve player data, game records, and club information for analysis.

This MCP server is generally safe due to its read-only nature and reliance on Chess.com's public API. However, it's important to be aware of the potential risks associated with the underlying API and the lack of rate limiting.

Performance is limited by the Chess.com API's response times and rate limits. Consider implementing caching to improve performance.

Cost is primarily related to the resources used to run the Docker container. Chess.com's public API is free, but excessive use may be throttled.

CloudPython61 starsMITReleased 11/15/2025CI/CD

Connections & Capabilities

Connects To

GitHubDocker

Capabilities

Read

Client Compatibility

Claude Desktop

full

Cursor

untested

Windsurf

untested

VS Code (Copilot)

untested

Quickstart

Claude Desktop Config

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "chess": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "--rm",
        "-i",
        "pab1it0/chess-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Environment Variables

NO_UV

Tools (10)

safe

get_player_profile

Retrieves a player's profile information from Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

get_player_stats

Retrieves a player's statistics from Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

is_player_online

Checks if a player is currently online on Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

get_titled_players

Retrieves a list of titled players from Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

get_player_current_games

Retrieves a player's ongoing games on Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

get_player_games_by_month

Retrieves a player's games for a specific month from Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

get_player_game_archives

Retrieves a list of available monthly game archives for a player on Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

download_player_games_pgn

Downloads PGN files for all games in a specific month from Chess.com.

Read-only operation, downloads data, no modification of data.

safe

get_club_profile

Retrieves information about a club on Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

safe

get_club_members

Retrieves members of a club on Chess.com.

Read-only operation, no modification of data.

Security

Auth Method

None

Data Locality

cloud

Known Risks

!Reliance on the availability and security of the Chess.com API
!Potential for data scraping if not used responsibly
!Lack of rate limiting could lead to service disruption
!Exposure to vulnerabilities in the underlying libraries (e.g., UV, Python)

Safety Score

low risk

Positive

+Read-only access to Chess.com's public API
+No authentication required, reducing the risk of credential compromise
+Docker containerization provides a degree of isolation
+No write or delete operations available

Risks

-Relies on the security of the Chess.com API
-Potential for information disclosure if Chess.com API is compromised
-No built-in rate limiting, potentially leading to abuse
-Exposure to internet

Use Cases

Chess Analysis

-Analyzing player performance over time
-Identifying trends in player game history
-Studying openings and endgames from specific players

Player Scouting

-Identifying potential opponents based on skill level
-Analyzing opponent's playing style
-Tracking player activity and online status

Community Engagement

-Gathering information about chess clubs
-Identifying titled players for mentorship
-Analyzing community trends within Chess.com

Educational Purposes

-Providing data for chess learning platforms
-Creating interactive chess tutorials
-Generating datasets for AI chess training

Who Is This For?

Best For

Chess enthusiasts
AI researchers
Chess coaches
Chess learning platforms
Data analysts interested in chess data

Not Ideal For

Applications requiring real-time data updates
Applications requiring write access to Chess.com data
Applications requiring high availability and low latency

Autonomy & Execution

Default ModeRead-only

Sandboxed

The server only provides read-only access, so there are no destructive operations. Sandboxing is provided by the Docker container.

StatelessYes

Retry LogicNot documented

ConcurrencyNot documented

Production Tip

Monitor the Chess.com API for changes or deprecations that may affect the server's functionality.

FAQ

Does this server require a Chess.com API key?

No, this server uses Chess.com's public API, which does not require an API key.

What kind of data can I access with this server?

You can access player profiles, stats, game records, club information, and titled player lists.

Is this server safe to use?

Yes, this server is read-only and does not allow any modifications to Chess.com data.

How can I run this server?

The recommended way is to use Docker. Alternatively, you can run it directly using UV.

Can I use this server to train a chess AI?

Yes, you can use the data provided by this server to train a chess AI.

Are there any rate limits?

While the server itself doesn't implement rate limiting, the Chess.com API may have its own rate limits. Be mindful of excessive requests.

What happens if the Chess.com API changes?

The server may need to be updated to accommodate the changes in the Chess.com API.

Metrics

Discovered2/14/2026

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Chess

Overview

Connections & Capabilities

Connects To

Capabilities

Client Compatibility

Quickstart

Claude Desktop Config

Environment Variables

Tools (10)

Security

Safety Score

Positive

Risks

Use Cases

Chess Analysis

Player Scouting

Community Engagement

Educational Purposes

Who Is This For?

Best For

Not Ideal For

Autonomy & Execution

FAQ

Does this server require a Chess.com API key?

What kind of data can I access with this server?

Is this server safe to use?

How can I run this server?

Can I use this server to train a chess AI?

Are there any rate limits?

What happens if the Chess.com API changes?

Metrics

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