How to install Elasticsearch in Codex
To install Elasticsearch in Codex, run "codex mcp add elasticsearch --env ES_URL=YOUR_ES_URL -- npx -y @tocharianou/elasticsearch-mcp" 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 elasticsearch --env ES_URL=YOUR_ES_URL -- npx -y @tocharianou/elasticsearch-mcp - 2
Check it
Inside Codex, type /mcp to see the server and its tools.
MCP servers run with your permissions. If Elasticsearch needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.
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Questions
Does Elasticsearch work in Codex?
Yes. Codex supports mcp servers in the codex cli and ide extension, and Elasticsearch installs with the steps above.
Elasticsearch 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 Elasticsearch safe?
It scores 78 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.
