# MapIron MCP server

> Provides geocoding, static map images, and privacy-safe area maps using OpenStreetMap data.

- Repository: https://github.com/Software-Consulting/mapiron-mcp
- Page: https://hostedmcp.org/servers/software-consulting/maps
- Transport: remote
- Stars: 0
- License: MIT
- Latest version: 1.0.3

## Install

### Claude Code

```sh
claude mcp add --transport http maps https://api.pinsharing.com/v1/mcp
```

### Cursor (`~/.cursor/mcp.json`)

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "maps": {
      "url": "https://api.pinsharing.com/v1/mcp"
    }
  }
}
```

### VS Code (`.vscode/mcp.json`)

```json
{
  "servers": {
    "maps": {
      "type": "http",
      "url": "https://api.pinsharing.com/v1/mcp"
    }
  }
}
```

### Codex (`~/.codex/config.toml`)

```toml
[mcp_servers.maps]
url = "https://api.pinsharing.com/v1/mcp"
```

### Gemini CLI (`~/.gemini/settings.json`)

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "maps": {
      "httpUrl": "https://api.pinsharing.com/v1/mcp"
    }
  }
}
```

## Environment variables

| Name | Required | Secret | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| `MAPIRON_API_KEY` | no | no |  |

## Tools (5)

- `geocode`
- `reverse_geocode`
- `static_map`
- `privacy_area_map`
- `map_setup`

## FAQ

### How can I use MapIron with Claude Desktop?

You can use the stdio bridge by adding the server to your claude_desktop_config.json using npx and providing your MAPIRON_API_KEY.

### What is the privacy-area map tool?

The privacy_area_map tool shows a shaded area representing a location without revealing the exact point or using a pin.

### Can I use my old PinSharing API keys?

Yes, existing ps_ keys work unchanged and the old configuration variables are still supported.