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A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that connects to Notion, enabling management of tasks and to-do lists within a Notion workspace.

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Overview

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that connects to Notion, enabling management of tasks and to-do lists within a Notion workspace.

This MCP server is relatively safe for managing tasks within a defined Notion page. However, the risk lies in mishandling the Notion API token and potential unintended modifications to the Notion database if the tool functions are misused or improperly configured.

Performance depends on the Notion API's responsiveness and the size of the Notion database. Large databases may result in slower query times.

Cost is primarily related to Notion API usage. Monitor API call volume to avoid exceeding rate limits or incurring unexpected charges.

CloudPython28 starsMIT

Connections & Capabilities

Connects To

GitHubNotion

Capabilities

ReadWrite

Client Compatibility

Claude Desktop

full

Cursor

untested

Windsurf

untested

VS Code (Copilot)

untested

Quickstart

Install

npx -y @smithery/cli install @Badhansen/notion-mcp --client claude

Claude Desktop Config

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "notion-mcp": {
            "command": "uv",
            "args": [
                "--directory",
                "/Users/username/Projects/Python/notion-mcp/src" /* Path to your project */,
                "run",
                "server.py"
            ]
        }
    }
}

Environment Variables

NOTION_TOKENNOTION_BASE_URL

Tools (3)

safe

show_all_todos

Retrieves and displays all tasks from the configured Notion workspace.

Read-only operation; no modifications are made to the Notion database.

moderate

add_todo

Adds a new task to the Notion workspace with the provided task description.

Adds data to the Notion database, but does not modify existing entries in a destructive way.

moderate

complete_todo

Updates an existing task in the Notion workspace to mark it as complete.

Modifies existing data in the Notion database, but does not delete any data.

Security

Auth Method

API Key

Data Locality

cloud

Known Risks

!Exposure of Notion API token if `.env` file is not properly secured.
!Unintended modification or deletion of tasks in Notion database.
!Potential for abuse if the MCP server is exposed to unauthorized users.

Safety Score

moderate risk

Positive

+Uses API keys for authentication.
+Limited scope to specific Notion pages.
+Clear function definitions for task management.

Risks

-Requires storing Notion API token in environment variables.
-Write access to Notion database.
-Potential for unintended modifications if not properly configured.

Use Cases

Personal Task Management

-Centralized task tracking in Notion.
-Quickly adding tasks via natural language commands.
-Marking tasks as complete through the MCP server.

Project Management

-Integrating Notion tasks into automated workflows.
-Managing project tasks directly from Claude Desktop.
-Generating task reports based on Notion data.

Information Retrieval

-Querying tasks based on specific criteria.
-Displaying tasks in a structured format.
-Summarizing task progress.

Who Is This For?

Best For

Individuals managing personal tasks in Notion.
Small teams using Notion for project management.
Users who want to integrate Notion with Claude Desktop.
Developers prototyping Notion integrations.

Not Ideal For

Organizations requiring strict access control and auditing.
Mission-critical applications requiring high availability and reliability.
Scenarios involving sensitive data that needs to be heavily protected.

Autonomy & Execution

Default ModeRead and Write enabled

The MCP server has read and write access to the Notion database, so it can automatically add, update, and retrieve tasks. There is no built-in sandboxing or rollback support.

StatelessYes

Retry LogicNot documented

ConcurrencySingle-threaded

Production Tip

Secure the `.env` file containing the Notion API token and regularly review the task modifications made by the MCP server.

FAQ

How do I get a Notion API token?

Create a new integration in your Notion workspace at notion.so/my-integrations and copy the API key.

How do I share my Notion page with the integration?

Open your Notion page, click the '...' menu, select 'Add connections', and search for your integration by name.

Where do I store the Notion API token?

Store the token in a `.env` file as `NOTION_TOKEN`.

What happens if I exceed the Notion API rate limits?

The MCP server may return errors, and you may need to implement retry logic or reduce the frequency of API calls.

Can I use this MCP server with multiple Notion workspaces?

No, the server is configured to work with a single Notion workspace specified by the `PAGE_ID`.

How can I contribute to this project?

Fork the repository, create a feature branch, and submit a pull request with your changes.

Is this MCP server secure?

While it uses API keys, ensure your `.env` file is protected and be mindful of the write access it grants to your Notion database.

Key Features

MCP Server compliance - Enables seamless integration with any MCP-compatible AI client

Notion API integration - Allows direct interaction with Notion databases for task management

Read and Write capabilities - Supports both querying existing list items and creating new tasks within Notion

Use Cases & Problems Solved

Use Cases

•Use when you need to sync your AI-driven task management directly with your existing Notion project databases.
•Perfect for building custom AI agents that require read and write access to your personal or team Notion todo lists.
•Ideal if you need to automate the creation of Notion database entries based on context provided by a Large Language Model.
•Great for developers building MCP-compliant workflows that centralize task tracking within a Notion workspace.
•Use when you require an AI assistant to query specific Notion pages or update item statuses without leaving your IDE or chat interface.

Problems Solved

✓Eliminates the need for manual data entry between AI chat interfaces and Notion project boards.
✓Reduces context switching by allowing users to manage Notion tasks directly through AI-powered terminal or application interactions.
✓Solves the fragmentation of task management by bridging the gap between AI reasoning engines and structured Notion databases.

Who It's For

Open source software developers building on the Model Context ProtocolNotion power users who integrate AI agents into their personal productivity stacksAutomation engineers building custom AI-driven workflowsTechnical project managers maintaining task lists in Notion via automated scripts

Metrics

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Notion

Overview

Connections & Capabilities

Connects To

Capabilities

Client Compatibility

Quickstart

Install

Claude Desktop Config

Environment Variables

Tools (3)

Security

Safety Score

Positive

Risks

Use Cases

Personal Task Management

Project Management

Information Retrieval

Who Is This For?

Best For

Not Ideal For

Autonomy & Execution

FAQ

How do I get a Notion API token?

How do I share my Notion page with the integration?

Where do I store the Notion API token?

What happens if I exceed the Notion API rate limits?

Can I use this MCP server with multiple Notion workspaces?

How can I contribute to this project?

Is this MCP server secure?

Key Features

Use Cases & Problems Solved

Use Cases

Problems Solved

Who It's For

Metrics

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