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How to install Ollama MCP Server in Gemini CLI

Gemini CLI was replaced by Antigravity CLI in June 2026. On an enterprise licence or paid API key you can still install Ollama MCP Server by running "gemini mcp add ollama-mcp-server npx -y ollama-mcp-server", then type /mcp to check it.

Built from the published package · server updated 15 months ago

  1. 1

    Run the install command

    In a terminal, run:

    gemini mcp add ollama-mcp-server npx -y ollama-mcp-server
  2. 2

    Check it

    Inside Gemini CLI, type /mcp to list servers and tools.

MCP servers run with your permissions. If Ollama MCP Server needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.

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Questions

Does Ollama MCP Server work in Gemini CLI?

Yes. Gemini CLI supports local and remote mcp servers, extensions (legacy), and Ollama MCP Server installs with the steps above.

Ollama MCP Server does not show up in Gemini CLI. What now?

Restart Gemini CLI fully, check the JSON is valid, and make sure Node.js (for npx) is installed. See common MCP errors and fixes.

Is Ollama MCP Server safe?

It scores 54 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.