FileKiwi MCP Server

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claude mcp add filekiwi -- npx -y @file-kiwi/filekiwi-mcp-server
README.md

Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for simple and instant file sharing.

filekiwi-mcp-server

Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for simple and instant file sharing.
Input: file name → Output: download link in Seconds even for large file

Features

  • upload_to_kiwi tool: Uploads files to file.kiwi and returns a shareable URL.
  • Automated upload via headless Chrome powered by Playwright.
  • No file size limit
  • Download link available immediately after file input (downloads proceed even while upload is still in progress)
  • Free download period with automatic file deletion details

Usage

Once the MCP server is connected, you can ask the AI assistant to share files:

  • "Share this file: C:\Users\me\report.pdf"
  • "Upload /home/user/photo.png to file.kiwi"
  • "Generate a download link for ./presentation.pptx"

The tool will upload the file and return a shareable link like https://file.kiwi/abcdef12#hashashahshashhashhash.

Setup

Test before use

npx -y @file-kiwi/filekiwi-mcp-server "C:\User\your_file.ext"

Claude Code (CLI)

claude mcp add filekiwi -- npx -y @file-kiwi/filekiwi-mcp-server

Claude Desktop / Other MCP Clients

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "filekiwi": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@file-kiwi/filekiwi-mcp-server"]
    }
  }
}

File Access

Some environments (e.g. Claude Desktop) restrict local file system access by default. In that case, the AI may not be able to read file paths on your machine. To enable it, add the filesystem MCP server:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "filekiwi": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@file-kiwi/filekiwi-mcp-server"]
    },
    "filesystem": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem", "C:/Users/username"]
    }
  }
}

FAQ

Why not headless mode?

If the upload fails, this is to allow the user to retry directly in the browser. file.kiwi supports resumable uploads.

NO AUTHENTICATION or API KEY required?

No. Not at all.

File deletion

Files are automatically deleted in 90 hours after upload.

Is it free?

Yes, it is free for any size of files. But, There is free download period for each file. details

Tools (1)

upload_to_kiwiUploads files to file.kiwi and returns a shareable URL.

Configuration

claude_desktop_config.json
{"mcpServers": {"filekiwi": {"command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "@file-kiwi/filekiwi-mcp-server"]}}}

Try it

Share this file: C:\Users\me\report.pdf
Upload /home/user/photo.png to file.kiwi
Generate a download link for ./presentation.pptx

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of FileKiwi?

Uploads files to file.kiwi and returns a shareable URL. Automated upload via headless Chrome powered by Playwright. No file size limit. Download link available immediately after file input. Automatic file deletion after 90 hours.

What can I use FileKiwi for?

Quickly sharing large documents or media files with colleagues without manual upload steps. Automating the process of generating shareable links for project reports directly from the IDE. Sending local files to external parties via an AI-driven interface.

How do I install FileKiwi?

Install FileKiwi by running: npx -y @file-kiwi/filekiwi-mcp-server

What MCP clients work with FileKiwi?

FileKiwi works with any MCP-compatible client including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, and other editors with MCP support.

Turn this server into reusable context

Keep FileKiwi docs, env vars, and workflow notes in Conare so your agent carries them across sessions.

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