bark-server
Backend of Bark
Bark-server is an MCP server that provides the backend infrastructure for Bark, an iOS notification service that enables custom push notifications to iPhones. It allows AI agents and assistants to send tailored alerts to iOS devices through a simple HTTP API. The server can be deployed via Docker, precompiled binaries, or built from source, and supports both file-based storage (Bbolt) and MySQL databases. Developers integrate it into AI workflows to enable notification delivery capabilities for agent-driven alerts and updates.
Key Features
Use Cases
- 01Send alerts from AI agents when specific conditions or events are detected
- 02Deliver summary notifications of automated task completions to iPhone
- 03Push time-sensitive updates from monitoring agents to mobile devices
- 04Enable AI assistants to notify users of important findings or decisions
- 05Integrate mobile notifications into automated workflow pipelines
- 06Provide real-time alerts from data processing or analysis agents
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bark-server — FAQ
What is bark-server MCP server?+
Bark-server is an MCP server that provides the backend for the Bark iOS notification app, enabling AI agents and assistants to send custom push notifications to iPhones. It exposes an HTTP API that AI systems can use to deliver alerts and messages to mobile devices.
How do I install bark-server with Docker?+
Run the command 'docker run -dt --name bark -p 8080:8080 -v `pwd`/bark-data:/data finab/bark-server' to deploy the server. Alternatively, use Docker Compose by downloading the docker-compose.yaml file from the repository and running 'docker compose up -d'.
Does bark-server require an API key or the Bark iOS app?+
You need the Bark iOS app installed on your iPhone to receive notifications. The server itself doesn't require API keys for basic operation, but you'll need device tokens generated by the Bark app to send notifications to specific devices.
Which AI clients work with bark-server?+
Any MCP-compatible AI client can integrate with bark-server, including Claude Desktop and other assistants that support the Model Context Protocol. Refer to the MCP.md documentation in the repository for specific integration details.
Is bark-server free and open source?+
Yes, bark-server is free and open source software available on GitHub. You can deploy it yourself using Docker, precompiled binaries, or build it from source code using Go 1.18 or later.
Can I use MySQL instead of the default database?+
Yes, bark-server supports MySQL as an alternative to the default Bbolt file database. Simply start the server with the '-dsn=user:pass@tcp(mysql_host)/bark' parameter to use MySQL for data storage.
How do I install bark-server?+
Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. bark-server is a mcp server — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.
Is bark-server free?+
bark-server is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.