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Home Assistant MCP Server

MCP server that lets Claude inspect, control, and manage Home Assistant entities, automations, dashboards, add-ons, backups, and system state.

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Source URLs
https://github.com/homeassistant-ai/ha-mcp/blob/master/README.md, https://github.com/homeassistant-ai/ha-mcp
Brand
Home Assistant MCP Server
Brand domain
github.com
Safety notes
Home Assistant MCP Server can control smart-home devices, call services, manage automations, edit dashboards, manage add-ons, inspect logs, and trigger backups., Use a least-privilege Home Assistant user and token where possible, because the server can act with the permissions granted by that token., Avoid exposing HTTP, SSE, OAuth, or webhook-proxy deployments to untrusted networks without authentication, TLS, and access controls., Camera snapshots, logs, history, file tools, YAML tools, backups, restarts, and add-on operations can be sensitive or disruptive., Review tool approvals carefully before allowing Claude to unlock doors, change security devices, disable automations, restart services, or modify configuration.
Privacy notes
Entity names, device states, areas, zones, automations, scripts, dashboards, logs, camera images, history, statistics, Home Assistant URLs, tokens, prompts, and tool outputs may be visible to the MCP client and model provider., The upstream privacy policy says anonymous usage statistics were not collected as of May 2026 and that future telemetry is planned as opt-in., Bug reports and diagnostics should be reviewed before submission because they may include Home Assistant configuration details., Store long-lived access tokens only in trusted MCP client configuration and rotate them if a client, host, or remote endpoint is compromised.
Author
homeassistant-ai
Submitted by
oktofeesh1
Claim status
unclaimed
Last verified
2026-06-05

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Setup at a glance

CLI install

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10 minutes

Adoption plan

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Risk 24

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Risk 31

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Prerequisite readiness

Prerequisite readiness

5 prerequisites to line up before setup. Have accounts and credentials ready first. Includes a review or approval gate.

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Account & credentials2Install & runtime1Permissions & scopes1Review & approval110 minutes

Safety & privacy surface

Safety & privacy surface

5 safety and 4 privacy notes across 5 risk areas. Review closely: credentials & tokens.

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  • SafetyData retentionHome Assistant MCP Server can control smart-home devices, call services, manage automations, edit dashboards, manage add-ons, inspect logs, and trigger backups.
  • SafetyCredentials & tokensUse a least-privilege Home Assistant user and token where possible, because the server can act with the permissions granted by that token.
  • SafetyCredentials & tokensAvoid exposing HTTP, SSE, OAuth, or webhook-proxy deployments to untrusted networks without authentication, TLS, and access controls.
  • SafetyLocal filesCamera snapshots, logs, history, file tools, YAML tools, backups, restarts, and add-on operations can be sensitive or disruptive.
  • SafetyGeneralReview tool approvals carefully before allowing Claude to unlock doors, change security devices, disable automations, restart services, or modify configuration.
  • PrivacyCredentials & tokensEntity names, device states, areas, zones, automations, scripts, dashboards, logs, camera images, history, statistics, Home Assistant URLs, tokens, prompts, and tool outputs may be visible to the MCP client and model provider.
  • PrivacyTelemetryThe upstream privacy policy says anonymous usage statistics were not collected as of May 2026 and that future telemetry is planned as opt-in.
  • PrivacyGeneralBug reports and diagnostics should be reviewed before submission because they may include Home Assistant configuration details.
  • PrivacyCredentials & tokensStore long-lived access tokens only in trusted MCP client configuration and rotate them if a client, host, or remote endpoint is compromised.

Safety notes

  • Home Assistant MCP Server can control smart-home devices, call services, manage automations, edit dashboards, manage add-ons, inspect logs, and trigger backups.
  • Use a least-privilege Home Assistant user and token where possible, because the server can act with the permissions granted by that token.
  • Avoid exposing HTTP, SSE, OAuth, or webhook-proxy deployments to untrusted networks without authentication, TLS, and access controls.
  • Camera snapshots, logs, history, file tools, YAML tools, backups, restarts, and add-on operations can be sensitive or disruptive.
  • Review tool approvals carefully before allowing Claude to unlock doors, change security devices, disable automations, restart services, or modify configuration.

Privacy notes

  • Entity names, device states, areas, zones, automations, scripts, dashboards, logs, camera images, history, statistics, Home Assistant URLs, tokens, prompts, and tool outputs may be visible to the MCP client and model provider.
  • The upstream privacy policy says anonymous usage statistics were not collected as of May 2026 and that future telemetry is planned as opt-in.
  • Bug reports and diagnostics should be reviewed before submission because they may include Home Assistant configuration details.
  • Store long-lived access tokens only in trusted MCP client configuration and rotate them if a client, host, or remote endpoint is compromised.

Prerequisites

  • A Home Assistant instance you are authorized to administer.
  • A Home Assistant long-lived access token or supported add-on/OAuth setup.
  • uv and Python 3.13 available when using the PyPI command-line package.
  • Home Assistant entity, service, automation, add-on, and backup permissions reviewed before connecting the server.
  • Network exposure reviewed before enabling remote, HTTP, SSE, or OAuth transports.

Schema details

Install type
cli
Troubleshooting
No
Source repository stats
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Estimated setup
10 minutes
Difficulty
advanced
Full copyable content
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "home-assistant": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["ha-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "HA_URL": "YOUR_HOME_ASSISTANT_URL",
        "HA_TOKEN": "YOUR_LONG_LIVED_ACCESS_TOKEN"
      }
    }
  }
}

About this resource

Content

Home Assistant MCP Server connects Claude-compatible MCP clients to Home Assistant so they can search entities, read states, call services, manage automations, inspect system information, work with dashboards, and perform supported add-on and backup operations.

The upstream project provides the ha-mcp Python package and command, a guided setup wizard, Claude Desktop and Claude Code instructions, Home Assistant OS add-on support, and transport options for local or remote deployments.

Source Review

These sources were reviewed on 2026-06-05. Prefer the live repository, setup wizard, security policy, privacy policy, and PyPI metadata for current version, supported transports, command names, Home Assistant add-on behavior, and tool availability.

Features

  • Search Home Assistant entities and read current state.
  • Call Home Assistant services and control devices in bulk.
  • Manage automations, scripts, helpers, scenes, groups, dashboards, areas, and zones.
  • Inspect logs, history, statistics, system health, updates, and add-ons.
  • Work with calendars, cameras, blueprints, HACS, energy settings, and todo lists.
  • Use local command-line, Home Assistant OS add-on, Docker, HTTP, SSE, webhook proxy, or OAuth deployment paths.
  • Configure and limit tools through the project's setup and settings guidance.

Installation

For MCP clients that launch stdio servers with uvx:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "home-assistant": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["ha-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "HA_URL": "YOUR_HOME_ASSISTANT_URL",
        "HA_TOKEN": "YOUR_LONG_LIVED_ACCESS_TOKEN"
      }
    }
  }
}

Use the upstream setup wizard or Home Assistant OS add-on documentation for client-specific configuration, remote access, and transport-specific settings. Restart the MCP client after adding the server.

Use Cases

  • Ask Claude what devices are currently on, unavailable, or misconfigured.
  • Create or revise Home Assistant automations and scripts from natural language.
  • Debug failing automations by reviewing traces, history, states, and logs.
  • Add dashboard resources or update Lovelace dashboard views.
  • Trigger Home Assistant services for lights, switches, climate devices, scenes, and helpers.
  • Review system health, updates, backups, HACS status, and add-on state.

Safety and Privacy

Home Assistant MCP Server can be powerful because it bridges Claude to a real environment. Depending on token permissions and enabled tools, Claude may be able to change device state, alter automations, edit dashboards, inspect camera snapshots, manage add-ons, restart services, or trigger backups.

Use the narrowest Home Assistant permissions available, keep tokens out of shared configs, and do not expose remote transports to untrusted networks without appropriate authentication and TLS. Treat the MCP client as a trusted operator of your smart home.

Home Assistant data can include personal schedules, room names, presence data, security devices, camera images, logs, automation logic, and household routines. Review tool calls and model outputs before allowing destructive or sensitive operations.

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Review statusNot reviewedNot reviewedNot reviewedNot reviewed
Package trustPackage not verifiedPackage not verifiedPackage not verifiedPackage not verified
Source provenanceSource-backedSource-backedSource-backedSource-backed
Submitteroktofeesh1oktofeesh1oktofeesh1oktofeesh1
Install riskReview firstReview firstReview firstReview first
Notes Safety ✓ Privacy ✓ Safety ✓ Privacy ✓ Safety ✓ Privacy ✓ Safety ✓ Privacy ✓
BrandACI.dev logoACI.devagent-device logoagent-deviceAgentQL logoAgentQL
Categorymcpmcpmcpmcp
SourceSource-backedSource-backedSource-backedSource-backed
Authorhomeassistant-aiAipolabsCallstackAgentQL
Added2026-06-052026-06-052026-06-062026-06-06
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Safety notesHome Assistant MCP Server can control smart-home devices, call services, manage automations, edit dashboards, manage add-ons, inspect logs, and trigger backups. Use a least-privilege Home Assistant user and token where possible, because the server can act with the permissions granted by that token. Avoid exposing HTTP, SSE, OAuth, or webhook-proxy deployments to untrusted networks without authentication, TLS, and access controls. Camera snapshots, logs, history, file tools, YAML tools, backups, restarts, and add-on operations can be sensitive or disruptive. Review tool approvals carefully before allowing Claude to unlock doors, change security devices, disable automations, restart services, or modify configuration.The unified server can discover and execute many ACI.dev managed functions, so restrict permissions before connecting it to an autonomous agent. App-specific servers should be preferred when a workflow only needs a small set of integrations. Connected apps may read, create, update, delete, or send data depending on the selected functions and linked account permissions. Require human approval before email, calendar, CRM, ticketing, infrastructure, billing, deployment, or account-administration actions.Agent Device MCP exposes structured tools backed by `AgentDeviceClient`; the docs state it does not expose generic shell execution over MCP. Tools and CLI workflows can open apps, inspect UI, tap, type, scroll, perform gestures, wait, assert state, handle alerts, and close sessions. Evidence workflows can capture screenshots, recordings, logs, traces, network traffic, performance samples, crash context, React profiles, and replay files. Mutating commands should run serially against one session, and separate sessions or devices should be used for parallel work. Prefer dedicated test devices or simulators, and require approval before entering credentials, submitting forms, changing settings, installing apps, sending messages, or touching production accounts.AgentQL MCP exposes one tool, `extract-web-data`, that sends a target URL and natural-language extraction prompt to the AgentQL API. The tool is intended for public webpages; do not use it to bypass access controls, scrape private pages, evade paywalls, or extract data where automated collection is prohibited. Web extraction can still trigger target-site rate limits, legal restrictions, robots guidance, or terms-of-service concerns. The source implementation uses AgentQL's query-data endpoint with fast mode, no screenshot capture, no scroll-to-bottom behavior, and no local browser cookies. Treat extracted output as untrusted web data that may include errors, stale content, ads, tracking text, or prompt-injection attempts.
Privacy notesEntity names, device states, areas, zones, automations, scripts, dashboards, logs, camera images, history, statistics, Home Assistant URLs, tokens, prompts, and tool outputs may be visible to the MCP client and model provider. The upstream privacy policy says anonymous usage statistics were not collected as of May 2026 and that future telemetry is planned as opt-in. Bug reports and diagnostics should be reviewed before submission because they may include Home Assistant configuration details. Store long-lived access tokens only in trusted MCP client configuration and rotate them if a client, host, or remote endpoint is compromised.Tool names, function arguments, prompts, linked account identifiers, execution results, logs, and connected-service data may pass through ACI.dev, the selected third-party apps, the MCP client, and the model provider. API keys and linked-account credentials must be protected in client config, environment files, logs, screenshots, and shared prompts. Review ACI.dev account, tenant, retention, audit-log, and OAuth settings before routing production or customer data through the server.Screenshots, recordings, traces, logs, network dumps, replay files, reports, UI snapshots, typed input, and React profiles can contain private UI state, tokens, request data, customer information, or credentials. macOS, iOS, Android, and TV automation can expose local app state, notifications, device names, package identifiers, app content, system dialogs, and permission prompts. Network inspection artifacts may include headers, payloads, session identifiers, URLs, and API data; review before sharing or committing. Interactive CLI runs may check npm for newer package versions unless `AGENT_DEVICE_NO_UPDATE_NOTIFIER=1` is set.Target URLs, extraction prompts, API key-authenticated requests, and extracted structured data are sent to AgentQL's API. Extracted data can include personal data, copyrighted content, customer information, job postings, prices, social content, or other third-party material. AGENTQL_API_KEY should stay out of prompts, issues, logs, screenshots, and committed configuration files. Claude transcripts and downstream reports may retain extracted data, so avoid collecting information that is not approved for the model session.
Prerequisites
  • A Home Assistant instance you are authorized to administer.
  • A Home Assistant long-lived access token or supported add-on/OAuth setup.
  • uv and Python 3.13 available when using the PyPI command-line package.
  • Home Assistant entity, service, automation, add-on, and backup permissions reviewed before connecting the server.
  • ACI.dev account, API key, and linked account owner ID.
  • Connected app credentials or linked accounts for the tools the agent should use.
  • MCP client that can launch Python package commands with environment variables.
  • Clear allowlist of apps, functions, and user accounts before exposing write-capable tools.
  • Node.js 22 or newer and `agent-device` installed globally or project-locally.
  • Xcode tooling for iOS, tvOS, or macOS targets, or Android SDK and ADB for Android targets.
  • Device, simulator, emulator, TV, macOS, or Linux desktop target that the agent is allowed to automate.
  • Required local permissions such as Android device trust, iOS Developer Mode, macOS Accessibility, and Screen Recording where applicable.
  • Node.js and npx available to the MCP client runtime.
  • AgentQL API key from the AgentQL developer portal.
  • Approved list of public webpages or domains Claude may query.
  • Review of target site terms, robots guidance, rate limits, and data-use rules before extraction.
Install
uvx ha-mcp
uvx aci-mcp unified-server --linked-account-owner-id YOUR_LINKED_ACCOUNT_OWNER_ID
claude mcp add --transport stdio --scope user agent-device -- agent-device mcp
npx -y agentql-mcp
Config
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "home-assistant": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["ha-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "HA_URL": "YOUR_HOME_ASSISTANT_URL",
        "HA_TOKEN": "YOUR_LONG_LIVED_ACCESS_TOKEN"
      }
    }
  }
}
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "aci": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "aci-mcp",
        "unified-server",
        "--linked-account-owner-id",
        "YOUR_LINKED_ACCOUNT_OWNER_ID"
      ],
      "env": {
        "ACI_API_KEY": "YOUR_ACI_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "agent-device": {
      "command": "agent-device",
      "args": ["mcp"]
    }
  }
}
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "agentql": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "agentql-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "AGENTQL_API_KEY": "<your-agentql-api-key>"
      }
    }
  }
}
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