Sequel-Ace
MySQL/MariaDB database management for macOS
The Sequel Ace MCP server exposes database query capabilities from the popular macOS MySQL and MariaDB management application to AI assistants via the Model Context Protocol. This integration allows tools like Claude Code and Cursor to execute read-only queries against your existing Sequel Ace database connections, making it easy for AI agents to analyze and retrieve data without separate database credentials. The server runs locally on your Mac, is disabled by default, and can be configured through Sequel Ace's preferences.
Key Features
Use Cases
- 01Enable AI coding assistants to query application databases during development
- 02Allow Claude to analyze production database schemas and relationships
- 03Give AI agents read access to local development databases for data exploration
- 04Let AI assistants generate reports by querying your MySQL or MariaDB instances
- 05Provide AI tools with database metadata for generating accurate SQL queries
- 06Enable code editors to understand database structure when writing data access code
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Sequel-Ace — FAQ
What is the Sequel Ace MCP server?+
The Sequel Ace MCP server is a built-in Model Context Protocol integration that allows AI agents and coding assistants to query MySQL and MariaDB databases through your existing Sequel Ace connections. It runs locally on your Mac and operates in read-only mode by default for safety.
How do I enable the MCP server in Sequel Ace?+
Open Sequel Ace, navigate to Preferences > MCP Server, and enable the server. The server is disabled by default and must be manually activated. Once enabled, you can configure your AI client to connect to it following the MCP server guide on the Sequel Ace website.
Which AI clients work with the Sequel Ace MCP server?+
The MCP server works with Claude Code, Cursor, and other AI tools that support the Model Context Protocol. You'll need to add the appropriate configuration to your client's MCP settings file.
Do I need API keys to use the Sequel Ace MCP server?+
No API keys are required for the MCP server itself. You only need Sequel Ace installed with at least one configured database connection. The MCP server uses your existing saved connections from Sequel Ace.
Is the Sequel Ace MCP server free to use?+
Yes, both Sequel Ace and its MCP server are free and open-source software licensed under the MIT license. You can download Sequel Ace from the Mac App Store, via Homebrew, or from GitHub releases at no cost.
What are the system requirements for running the MCP server?+
You need macOS 13.5 or later running on either Intel or Apple Silicon processors, with Sequel Ace installed. Your databases must be MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.0+ for compatibility.
How do I install Sequel-Ace?+
Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. Sequel-Ace is a mcp server — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.
Is Sequel-Ace free?+
Sequel-Ace is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.