# sovseal-memory MCP server

> Provides local-first, zero-knowledge semantic memory for AI clients using on-device embeddings and LanceDB.

- Repository: https://github.com/sovseal/core
- Page: https://hostedmcp.org/servers/sovseal/core
- Transport: stdio
- Stars: 7
- License: Apache-2.0
- Latest version: 0.3.8

## Install

### Claude Code

```sh
claude mcp add core -- npx -y @sovseal/mcp-server
```

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

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "core": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@sovseal/mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

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

```json
{
  "servers": {
    "core": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@sovseal/mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

### Claude Desktop (`claude_desktop_config.json`)

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "core": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@sovseal/mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

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

```toml
[mcp_servers.core]
command = "npx"
args = ["-y", "@sovseal/mcp-server"]
```

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

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "core": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@sovseal/mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}
```

## Environment variables

| Name | Required | Secret | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| `SOVSEAL_ENDPOINT` | no | no |  |
| `SOVSEAL_TRANSPORT` | no | no |  |

## Tools (2)

- `store_memory`
- `recall_memory`

## FAQ

### How does sovseal ensure privacy?

All capture, embedding, and recall run on your device, meaning plaintext never leaves your machine. Optional sync uses AES-256-GCM encryption so the server only sees ciphertext.

### Does it work with Claude and Cursor?

Yes, it is designed to work with Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, Zed, and other MCP-compatible clients.

### Can I use it offline?

Yes, the local-only mode works fully offline without requiring an account.