Paperless-ngx MCP Server for Google ADKGive Google ADK instant access to 26 tools to Create Correspondent, Create Document Type, Create Saved View, and more
Google Agent Development Kit (ADK) is Google's framework for building production AI agents. Add Paperless-ngx as an MCP tool provider through Vinkius and your ADK agents can call every tool with full schema introspection.
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The Paperless-ngx MCP Server for Google ADK is a standout in the Loved By Devs category — giving your AI agent 26 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
Vinkius delivers Streamable HTTP and SSE to any MCP client
from google.adk.agents import Agent
from google.adk.tools.mcp_tool import McpToolset
from google.adk.tools.mcp_tool.mcp_session_manager import (
StreamableHTTPConnectionParams,
)
# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
mcp_tools = McpToolset(
connection_params=StreamableHTTPConnectionParams(
url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp",
)
)
agent = Agent(
model="gemini-2.5-pro",
name="paperless_ngx_agent",
instruction=(
"You help users interact with Paperless-ngx "
"using 26 available tools."
),
tools=[mcp_tools],
)
* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
About Paperless-ngx MCP Server
Connect your Paperless-ngx instance to any AI agent and transform your document archive into a searchable, conversational knowledge base.
Google ADK natively supports Paperless-ngx as an MCP tool provider. declare Vinkius Edge URL and the framework handles discovery, validation, and execution automatically. Combine 26 tools with Gemini's long-context reasoning for complex multi-tool workflows, with production-ready session management and evaluation built in.
What you can do
- Document Discovery — Use
list_documentswith full-text search or filter by tags and dates to find exactly what you need in seconds. - File Operations — Upload new documents with
upload_document, download originals withdownload_document, or get instant visual context withpreview_documentandthumb_document. - Metadata Management — Organize your library by creating and updating tags, correspondents, and document types using dedicated tools like
create_tagorupdate_correspondent. - Deep Inspection — Fetch complete OCR text and metadata for any specific file using
get_documentto help your AI analyze contents. - Saved Views — Access your predefined filters and organizational structures with
list_saved_views.
The Paperless-ngx MCP Server exposes 26 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Google ADK in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 26 Paperless-ngx tools available for Google ADK
When Google ADK connects to Paperless-ngx through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning digital-archive, ocr, full-text-search, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
Create correspondent on Paperless-ngx
Create a new correspondent
Create document type on Paperless-ngx
Create a new document type
Create saved view on Paperless-ngx
Create a new saved view
Create tag on Paperless-ngx
Create a new tag
Delete correspondent on Paperless-ngx
Delete a correspondent
Delete document on Paperless-ngx
Delete a document
Delete document type on Paperless-ngx
Delete a document type
Delete saved view on Paperless-ngx
Delete a saved view
Delete tag on Paperless-ngx
Delete a tag
Download document on Paperless-ngx
Download the actual document file
Get correspondent on Paperless-ngx
Retrieve correspondent details
Get document on Paperless-ngx
Retrieve details of a specific document
Get document type on Paperless-ngx
Retrieve document type details
Get tag on Paperless-ngx
Retrieve tag details
List correspondents on Paperless-ngx
List all correspondents
List document types on Paperless-ngx
List all document types
List documents on Paperless-ngx
Supports filtering and searching via query parameters. List all documents in Paperless-ngx
List saved views on Paperless-ngx
List all saved views
List tags on Paperless-ngx
List all tags
Preview document on Paperless-ngx
Get a preview of the document
Thumb document on Paperless-ngx
Get the document thumbnail
Update correspondent on Paperless-ngx
Update a correspondent
Update document on Paperless-ngx
Update document metadata
Update document type on Paperless-ngx
Update a document type
Update tag on Paperless-ngx
Update a tag
Upload document on Paperless-ngx
Upload a new document
Connect Paperless-ngx to Google ADK via MCP
Follow these steps to wire Paperless-ngx into Google ADK. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.
Install Google ADK
pip install google-adkReplace the token
[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius tokenCreate the agent
Explore tools
Why Use Google ADK with the Paperless-ngx MCP Server
Google ADK provides unique advantages when paired with Paperless-ngx through the Model Context Protocol.
Google ADK natively supports MCP tool servers. declare a tool provider and the framework handles discovery, validation, and execution
Built on Gemini models, ADK provides long-context reasoning ideal for complex multi-tool workflows with Paperless-ngx
Production-ready features like session management, evaluation, and deployment come built-in. not bolted on
Seamless integration with Google Cloud services means you can combine Paperless-ngx tools with BigQuery, Vertex AI, and Cloud Functions
Paperless-ngx + Google ADK Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Google ADK combined with the Paperless-ngx MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Enterprise data agents: ADK agents query Paperless-ngx and cross-reference results with internal databases for comprehensive analysis
Multi-modal workflows: combine Paperless-ngx tool responses with Gemini's vision and language capabilities in a single agent
Automated compliance checks: schedule ADK agents to query Paperless-ngx regularly and flag policy violations or configuration drift
Internal tool platforms: build self-service agent platforms where teams connect their own MCP servers including Paperless-ngx
Example Prompts for Paperless-ngx in Google ADK
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Google ADK agent to start working with Paperless-ngx immediately.
"Search for all documents related to 'Electricity Bill' from 2023."
"Upload a new document titled 'Contract 2024' with tag ID 12."
"Get the full content and a preview of document ID 42."
Troubleshooting Paperless-ngx MCP Server with Google ADK
Common issues when connecting Paperless-ngx to Google ADK through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
McpToolset not found
pip install --upgrade google-adkPaperless-ngx + Google ADK FAQ
Common questions about integrating Paperless-ngx MCP Server with Google ADK.
How does Google ADK connect to MCP servers?
Can ADK agents use multiple MCP servers?
Which Gemini models work best with MCP tools?
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