evernote-mcp-server

Overview

This is a production-ready MCP server that bridges Claude Desktop (and other MCP-compatible LLMs) with Evernote accounts. It enables natural language queries and searches over Evernote notes through the MCP protocol, with read-only functionality using OAuth 1.0a authentication. The server includes Docker deployment with Chainguard secure base images, HTTPS support, and handles token expiration gracefully. Recent updates have focused on container stability, error resilience, and production readiness.

Try asking AI

After installing, here are 6 things you can ask your AI assistant:

• createSearch

  Creates a search query for Evernote notes

  Try:Search for all notes about my Sea Pro boatTry:Find notes containing financial information
• getNote

  Retrieves a specific note from Evernote

  Try:Get note with ID 12345Try:Fetch my meeting notes from yesterday
• getNoteContent

  Retrieves the content of a specific note from Evernote

  Try:Show the content of my project notesTry:Get the full text of my research document

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Installation

git clone https://github.com/brentmid/evernote-mcp-server.git
cd evernote-mcp-server
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your Evernote API credentials
docker-compose up --build

git clone https://github.com/brentmid/evernote-mcp-server.git
cd evernote-mcp-server
npm install
# Set environment variables
export EVERNOTE_CONSUMER_KEY="your-consumer-key"
export EVERNOTE_CONSUMER_SECRET="your-consumer-secret"
# Generate SSL certificates (see README for details)
npx node index.js

"mcpServers": {
  "evernote": {
    "command": "npx",
    "args": ["evernote-mcp-server"]
  }
}

FAQ

What Evernote permissions does this server require?

The server only requires read-only access to your Evernote account. It cannot create, modify, or delete notes - it only searches, reads, and lists existing notes.

How do I handle token expiration?

The server automatically detects expired tokens and prompts you to re-authenticate. You can choose to authenticate immediately or restart the server later when ready.

Can this be used with other LLM clients besides Claude?

Yes, it's designed to work with any MCP-compatible LLM client. While Claude Desktop is currently the most tested, the project includes future-proofing for other clients like ChatGPT Desktop.

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