How to install Obsidian MCP Server in Codex

To install Obsidian MCP Server in Codex, run "codex mcp add obsidian-mcp-server -- npx -y @sunub/obsidian-mcp-server" in your terminal, then type /mcp in Codex to check it.

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Run the install command

In a terminal, run:

codex mcp add obsidian-mcp-server -- npx -y @sunub/obsidian-mcp-server

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Check it
Inside Codex, type /mcp to see the server and its tools.

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

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Questions

Does Obsidian MCP Server work in Codex?

Yes. Codex supports mcp servers in the codex cli and ide extension, and Obsidian MCP Server installs with the steps above.

Obsidian MCP Server does not show up in Codex. What now?

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

Is Obsidian MCP Server safe?

It scores 58 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.