Linear’s MCP server is centrally hosted and managed, following the authenticated remote MCP specification. It supports creating, updating, and retrieving objects across Linear in a way that respects your existing permissions.
When should you use it?
Use the Linear MCP server when you want to:
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Search and retrieve issues, projects, cycles, and documents from Linear.
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Create and update issues, projects, or comments via natural language commands.
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Integrate Linear data directly into AI-powered workflows (e.g., task planning, meeting follow-ups).
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Provide secure, real-time access to Linear data without custom integrations.
Endpoints
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Transport options:
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HTTP:
https://mcp.linear.app/mcp
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SSE:
https://mcp.linear.app/sse
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Authentication: OAuth 2.1 with dynamic client registration.
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Recommendation: Use the streamable HTTP endpoint where supported for improved reliability.
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Compatibility: Works natively with Claude, Cursor, and other MCP clients. For older clients, the
mcp-remote module ensures backwards compatibility.
list_cycles — Retrieve all cycles.
get_document — Retrieve a specific document.
list_documents — List all documents.
get_issue — Get details of a specific issue.
list_issues — List issues in the workspace.
create_issue — Create a new issue.
update_issue — Update an existing issue.
list_issue_statuses — Retrieve all available issue statuses.
get_issue_status — Retrieve details of a specific issue status.
list_my_issues — List issues assigned to the authenticated user.
list_issue_labels — Retrieve all available issue labels.
list_projects — List all projects.
get_project — Retrieve details of a specific project.
create_project — Create a new project.
update_project — Update an existing project.
list_teams — List all teams.
Notes
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The server is centrally hosted by Linear; no local deployment is required.
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Supports both SSE and HTTP transports, though HTTP is recommended.
Last modified on January 28, 2026
