How do I connect my Upstash database to this MCP?

You need to provide the REST URL and the REST Token from your Upstash console into the MCP configuration. Vinkius hosts the connection so it is ready to use immediately.

Which AI clients can use this Upstash Redis MCP?

This MCP works with any compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

Can I set expiration times on keys using my AI?

Yes. When you use the set capability, you can specify an optional TTL in seconds to set an expiration limit.

Is it safe to use this for production debugging?

The MCP uses the official Upstash REST API for secure communication. It allows for precise operations like deleting specific keys or incrementing counters.

Do I need to install a Redis client on my computer?

No. This MCP replaces the need for specialized desktop capabilities like RedisInsight by giving your AI the ability to perform those tasks directly.

Where do I locate my Upstash REST URL and Token?

Sign into your Upstash management console and load your specific Redis cluster. Scroll down visually on the main 'Details' page until you hit the 'REST API' section block. You will see both your 'UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_URL' and the alphanumeric 'UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_TOKEN' ready to be copied.

Can the agent interact with standard Redis connections (redis://)?

No, this specific MCP connection module specifically utilizes Upstash's serverless HTTP/REST endpoints. It bypasses conventional persistent TCP Redis sockets to provide highly secure and connection-agnostic read/write integrations optimized for AI servers.

Are there limitations to wildcard patterns when doing list_keys?

Yes, standard Redis operational caveats apply. Searching broadly via a '' (asterisk) scan across massively populated environments isn't recommended. Aim to request the AI narrow down patterns, like 'session:' instead of blank wildcards.

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Connect Upstash Redis to ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini

Set it up once and it works in ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and any other client you love. It all runs safely in the background, so you can relax and focus on what really matters. Turn your AI agent into a live database administrator.

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Works with modern AI clients that support MCP, including ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and more.

Your AI does the work. We keep it safe and sound.

No other AI tool gives you this. Your workflow runs in the client you already love, your account stays protected, and you decide what the agent can and cannot do. It is the whole reason to make the switch.

Each Connector lives inside our infrastructure, the same place where your workflow runs. The three things below are already part of it, working quietly in the background so you never have to think about them. Nothing to add, nothing to set up, nothing to worry about.

V8 Isolate01

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed environment.

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed V8 runtime — no access to your files, your system, or other servers. A Connector never sees past its own request.

Kill Switch02

One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

One action deactivates every Connector, revokes every token, and ends every session at once. AI Governance keeps the record.

FinOps per User03

Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

Every user keeps their own connections and credentials, isolated from everyone else. Anything that would cross your spending limit is held for your approval, not billed.

Three controls, built into the layer your AI connects through.

Curated set · 7 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 02

01-04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 7 available through Upstash Redis.

01
Ping
This capability checks if your Redis instance is reachable. It sends a ping to verify the connection is active.
02
Delete
This capability removes specific keys from your database. You can provide a comma-separated list to wipe multiple entries at once.
03
Get
This capability retrieves the string value of a specific key. It is the fastest way to check what is stored at a given location.
04
Get key info
This capability pulls metadata for a key. Use it to see the specific data type and the remaining Time-To-Live (TTL).

Capability set02 / 02

05-07

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 7 available through Upstash Redis.

05
Increment
This capability modifies numeric counters. You can use positive numbers to increase a value or negative numbers to decrease it.
06
List keys
This capability searches for keys using a glob pattern. It helps you find specific groups of keys without scanning the entire database.
07
Set
This capability writes a new string value to a key. You can also include an optional TTL to set an expiration time in seconds.

Real work

What teams actually run

Live Debugging

Inspect rate-limiting counters or session keys during a production incident.

Cache Management

Clear specific cache fragments or update TTLs to test eviction behavior.

Data Seeding

Inject mock parameters or test values into your database via chat prompts.

Operational Auditing

Verify the structure and expiration of dynamically generated keys.

Automate a task

Put Upstash Redis to work on one thing.

Step-by-step automations your AI runs through this Connector: the workflow, the prompts to start with, and the exact capabilities behind each move.

One connector, every AI

Upstash Redis works with the most popular AI clients.

These are the most popular clients, each with a step-by-step guide: one link, set up once, with governance and visibility built in. And because everything runs on the MCP standard, the same connection also works in any other compatible client — nothing to rebuild.

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

You don't need a client to put Upstash Redis to work: the same hosted connection plugs into your own applications and agent code, with the same governance on every request. Build with it, chat with it — one connection for both.

Observed, not estimated

926ms average. Fast in production.

Upstash Redis is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1283ms

Oct 3Today

Fastest day: 787ms
Slowest day: 1283ms
14-day trend: Slowing+21%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 7 capabilities arrive ready to run.

Preview access · not provider authentication

The vk_preview_* token belongs to Vinkius preview infrastructure. It lets Claude discover and display the capabilities of Upstash Redis, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

It does not authenticate your account with Upstash Redis. Actions requiring credentials or live account data may not run until you activate the Connector and authorize the service.

Upstash Redis Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LWIxSXPx9aBN8ImAGEwBNh9Bp3KqtBybpfNFxgJc/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
3Click Add and start a new chat — Upstash Redis capabilities are ready to use.

Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "upstash-redis-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LWIxSXPx9aBN8ImAGEwBNh9Bp3KqtBybpfNFxgJc/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Claude
ChatGPT
Cursor
VS Code
Windsurf
Claude Code
JetBrains
Cline

Step-by-step instructions for each client are in the guide. How to connect

Guided setup for Claude? Set up Upstash Redis in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work Upstash Redis owners hand off.

This MCP is built for engineers who need to interact with live Redis data without leaving their primary development environment.

01
Backend Developers
They use the agent to verify cache hits or clear session states without opening a GUI.
02
DevOps Engineers
They use the agent to inspect rate-limiting structures or adjust counters during live incidents.
03
System Architects
They use the agent to audit key lifespans and test eviction logic while writing code.

FAQ

Questions Upstash Redis owners ask.

01
How do I connect my Upstash database to this MCP?
You need to provide the REST URL and the REST Token from your Upstash console into the MCP configuration. Vinkius hosts the connection so it is ready to use immediately.
02
Which AI clients can use this Upstash Redis MCP?
This MCP works with any compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.
03
Can I set expiration times on keys using my AI?
Yes. When you use the set capability, you can specify an optional TTL in seconds to set an expiration limit.
04
Is it safe to use this for production debugging?
The MCP uses the official Upstash REST API for secure communication. It allows for precise operations like deleting specific keys or incrementing counters.
05
Do I need to install a Redis client on my computer?
No. This MCP replaces the need for specialized desktop capabilities like RedisInsight by giving your AI the ability to perform those tasks directly.
06
Where do I locate my Upstash REST URL and Token?
Sign into your Upstash management console and load your specific Redis cluster. Scroll down visually on the main 'Details' page until you hit the 'REST API' section block. You will see both your 'UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_URL' and the alphanumeric 'UPSTASH_REDIS_REST_TOKEN' ready to be copied.
07
Can the agent interact with standard Redis connections (redis://)?
No, this specific MCP connection module specifically utilizes Upstash's serverless HTTP/REST endpoints. It bypasses conventional persistent TCP Redis sockets to provide highly secure and connection-agnostic read/write integrations optimized for AI servers.
08
Are there limitations to wildcard patterns when doing list_keys?
Yes, standard Redis operational caveats apply. Searching broadly via a '' (asterisk) scan across massively populated environments isn't recommended. Aim to request the AI narrow down patterns, like 'session:' instead of blank wildcards.

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Each Connector runs inside its own sealed environment.

One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

We ship only the actions that matter.

01-04

Ping

Delete

Get

Get key info

05-07

Increment

List keys

Set

What teams actually run

Live Debugging

Cache Management

Data Seeding

Operational Auditing

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

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How do I connect my Upstash database to this MCP?

Which AI clients can use this Upstash Redis MCP?

Can I set expiration times on keys using my AI?

Is it safe to use this for production debugging?

Do I need to install a Redis client on my computer?

Where do I locate my Upstash REST URL and Token?

Can the agent interact with standard Redis connections (redis://)?

Are there limitations to wildcard patterns when doing list_keys?

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