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Webhooks

kevinwatt

by kevinwatt

Webhooks enable automated notifications and workflow automation software integration by sending customizable messages to

Enables sending customizable messages to external webhook endpoints, facilitating automated notifications and workflow integrations.

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Works with any webhook endpointNo API keys required for basic webhooksCompatible with major MCP clients

best for

  • / AI agents sending alerts to team chat channels
  • / Automated notifications from Claude conversations
  • / Integrating AI workflows with external systems
  • / Building chatbots that post to multiple platforms

capabilities

  • / Send messages to Discord webhooks
  • / Post to Slack webhook endpoints
  • / Send custom JSON payloads to any webhook URL
  • / Set custom usernames and avatars for messages
  • / Trigger notifications from AI conversations
  • / Integrate with Mattermost and other webhook services

what it does

Sends customizable HTTP POST messages to webhook endpoints like Discord, Slack, or any webhook URL. Enables AI agents to trigger notifications and integrate with external systems.

about

Webhooks is a community-built MCP server published by kevinwatt that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. Webhooks enable automated notifications and workflow automation software integration by sending customizable messages to It is categorized under communication, developer tools.

how to install

You can install Webhooks in your AI client of choice. Use the install panel on this page to get one-click setup for Cursor, Claude Desktop, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients. This server runs locally on your machine via the stdio transport.

license

MIT

Webhooks is released under the MIT license. This is a permissive open-source license, meaning you can freely use, modify, and distribute the software.

readme

🪝 mcp-webhook

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A powerful MCP server that enables webhook messaging capabilities for your AI agents

npm version smithery badge License: MIT Node.js Version MseeP.ai Security Assessment

Send messages to any webhook endpoint through Claude, Dive, and other MCP-compatible AI systems. Perfect for notifications, alerts, and automated messaging.

FeaturesInstallationToolsUsageConfiguration

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✨ Features

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🌐 Generic Webhook Support

  • Works with any webhook endpoint
  • Compatible with Discord, Slack, Mattermost
  • Custom HTTP POST requests
  • JSON payload formatting
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🎨 Customization

  • Custom display name (username)
  • Avatar URL support
  • Flexible message content
  • Easy integration with any platform
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🔌 MCP Integration

  • Works with Dive Desktop
  • Claude Desktop compatible
  • Cursor, VS Code support
  • Any MCP-compatible LLM
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🛡️ Simple & Secure

  • Minimal configuration
  • Environment variable support
  • No tracking or analytics
  • MIT licensed
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🚀 Installation

Getting Started

Add the following config to your MCP client:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "webhook": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@kevinwatt/mcp-webhook"],
      "env": {
        "WEBHOOK_URL": "your-webhook-url"
      }
    }
  }
}

MCP Client Configuration

<details open> <summary><strong>Dive</strong></summary>
  1. Open Dive Desktop
  2. Click "+ Add MCP Server"
  3. Paste the config provided above
  4. Click "Save" and you're ready!
</details> <details> <summary><strong>Claude Code</strong></summary>

Use the Claude Code CLI to add the webhook MCP server (guide):

claude mcp add webhook -- npx @kevinwatt/mcp-webhook

Then set the webhook URL in your environment or config.

</details> <details> <summary><strong>Claude Desktop</strong></summary>

Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:

  • macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
  • Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
  • Linux: ~/.config/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "webhook": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@kevinwatt/mcp-webhook"],
      "env": {
        "WEBHOOK_URL": "your-webhook-url"
      }
    }
  }
}
</details> <details> <summary><strong>Cursor</strong></summary>

Go to Cursor Settings -> MCP -> New MCP Server. Use the config provided above.

</details> <details> <summary><strong>VS Code / Copilot</strong></summary>

Install via the VS Code CLI:

code --add-mcp '{"name":"webhook","command":"npx","args":["-y","@kevinwatt/mcp-webhook"],"env":{"WEBHOOK_URL":"your-webhook-url"}}'

Or follow the MCP install guide with the standard config from above.

</details> <details> <summary><strong>Windsurf</strong></summary>

Follow the configure MCP guide using the standard config from above.

</details> <details> <summary><strong>Cline</strong></summary>

Follow Cline MCP configuration guide and use the config provided above.

</details> <details> <summary><strong>Warp</strong></summary>

Go to Settings | AI | Manage MCP Servers -> + Add to add an MCP Server. Use the config provided above.

</details> <details> <summary><strong>JetBrains AI Assistant</strong></summary>

Go to Settings | Tools | AI Assistant | Model Context Protocol (MCP) -> Add. Use the config provided above.

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Installing via Smithery

To install MCP Webhook Server for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:

npx -y @smithery/cli install @kevinwatt/mcp-webhook --client claude

Manual Installation

npm install -g @kevinwatt/mcp-webhook

🛠️ Available Tools

<table> <tr> <th width="30%">Tool</th> <th width="70%">Description</th> </tr> <tr> <td><code>send_message</code></td> <td>

Send a message to the configured webhook endpoint

  • Parameters:
    • content (string, required): Message content to send
    • username (string, optional): Custom display name
    • avatar_url (string, optional): Custom avatar URL
  • Returns: Success/failure status
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💡 Usage Examples

Basic Messages

"Send a message to webhook: Hello World!"
"Send 'Build completed successfully' to the webhook"
"Notify the team: Deployment finished"

Custom Username

"Send a message with username 'Deploy Bot': Production update complete"
"Send content='Server restarted', username='System Monitor'"

With Avatar

"Send a message with custom avatar: content='Alert!', avatar_url='https://example.com/alert.png'"

Automation Examples

"Send a webhook message when the build completes"
"Notify via webhook: All tests passed!"
"Send deployment status to the webhook channel"

🔧 Configuration

Environment Variables

VariableDescriptionRequired
WEBHOOK_URLThe webhook endpoint URLYes

Example Configurations

Discord Webhook:

{
  "env": {
    "WEBHOOK_URL": "https://discord.com/api/webhooks/..."
  }
}

Slack Incoming Webhook:

{
  "env": {
    "WEBHOOK_URL": "https://hooks.slack.com/services/..."
  }
}

Mattermost Webhook:

{
  "env": {
    "WEBHOOK_URL": "https://your-mattermost.com/hooks/..."
  }
}

🏗️ Architecture

Built With

  • MCP SDK - Model Context Protocol
  • Axios - HTTP client
  • TypeScript - Type safety and developer experience

Key Features

  • Simple: Minimal setup, just provide a webhook URL
  • Flexible: Works with any webhook-compatible service
  • Type-Safe: Full TypeScript support
  • Lightweight: Minimal dependencies

🤝 Contributing

Contributions are welcome!

  1. Fork the repository
  2. Create a feature branch (git checkout -b feature/amazing-feature)
  3. Commit your changes (git commit -m 'Add amazing feature')
  4. Push to the branch (git push origin feature/amazing-feature)
  5. Open a Pull Request

📝 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.


🙏 Acknowledgments

  • Anthropic - For the Model Context Protocol
  • Dive - MCP-compatible AI platform

📚 Related Projects


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FAQ

What is the Webhooks MCP server?
Webhooks is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server profile on explainx.ai. MCP lets AI hosts (e.g. Claude Desktop, Cursor) call tools and resources through a standard interface; this page summarizes categories, install hints, and community ratings.
How do MCP servers relate to agent skills?
Skills are reusable instruction packages (often SKILL.md); MCP servers expose live capabilities. Teams frequently combine both—skills for workflows, MCP for APIs and data. See explainx.ai/skills and explainx.ai/mcp-servers for parallel directories.
How are reviews shown for Webhooks?
This profile displays 38 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.4 out of 5—verify behavior in your own environment before production use.

Use Cases

Extended AI Capabilities

Add new capabilities to Claude beyond text generation

Example

Access external data sources, execute code, interact with tools and services

Transform Claude from chatbot to action-taking agent

Context Enhancement

Provide Claude with access to relevant context and data

Example

Load project documentation, access knowledge bases, query databases

Get more accurate, context-aware responses

Workflow Automation

Automate multi-step workflows combining AI and external tools

Example

Research → Summarize → Create document → Send notification

Complete complex tasks end-to-end without manual steps

Implementation Guide

Prerequisites

  • Claude Desktop 0.7.0+ or Cursor IDE with MCP support
  • Basic understanding of MCP architecture and capabilities
  • Access credentials for integrated services (if required)
  • Willingness to experiment and iterate on configuration

Time Estimate

15-60 minutes depending on server complexity

Installation Steps

  1. 1.Install MCP server: npm install -g [package-name] or via GitHub
  2. 2.Add server configuration to ~/.claude/mcp.json
  3. 3.Provide required credentials and configuration
  4. 4.Restart Claude Desktop to load new server
  5. 5.Test basic functionality with simple prompts
  6. 6.Explore capabilities and experiment with use cases
  7. 7.Document successful patterns for reuse

Troubleshooting

  • MCP server not loading: Check config syntax, verify installation
  • Connection errors: Check network, firewall, credentials
  • Feature not working: Read server docs, check required parameters
  • Performance issues: Monitor resource usage, check for network latency
  • Conflicts with other servers: Check port assignments, namespace collisions

Best Practices

✓ Do

  • +Read server documentation thoroughly before setup
  • +Start with simple use cases to validate functionality
  • +Test in non-production environment first
  • +Monitor resource usage and performance
  • +Keep servers updated for bug fixes and new features
  • +Document configuration for team members
  • +Use environment variables for sensitive configuration

✗ Don't

  • Don't grant overly permissive access to MCP servers
  • Don't skip reading security considerations in docs
  • Don't expose sensitive data without proper controls
  • Don't run untrusted MCP servers without code review
  • Don't ignore error messages—investigate root cause

💡 Pro Tips

  • Combine multiple MCP servers for powerful workflows
  • Create custom MCP servers for your specific needs
  • Share successful configurations with team
  • Use MCP inspector for debugging
  • Join MCP community for tips and troubleshooting

Technical Details

Architecture

Model Context Protocol standardizes how AI hosts (Claude, Cursor) communicate with external tools and data sources through server implementations.

Protocols

  • Model Context Protocol (MCP)
  • JSON-RPC 2.0
  • stdio or HTTP transport

Compatibility

  • Claude Desktop
  • Cursor IDE
  • Custom MCP clients

When to Use This

✓ Use When

Use when you need Claude to access external data, execute actions, or integrate with tools. Best for extending AI capabilities beyond conversation.

✗ Avoid When

Avoid when native integrations exist (use official APIs directly), for real-time critical systems, or when security/compliance requires zero external dependencies.

Integration

  • Tool composition: Chain multiple MCP tools in workflows
  • Context augmentation: Provide AI with relevant external data
  • Action delegation: Let AI execute tasks on external systems
  • Bidirectional sync: Keep AI context and external systems in sync

Discussion

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  • Anika Okafor· Dec 24, 2024

    Webhooks is among the better-indexed MCP projects we tried; the explainx.ai summary tracks the official description.

  • Ganesh Mohane· Dec 8, 2024

    We wired Webhooks into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • Arjun Park· Dec 4, 2024

    Strong directory entry: Webhooks surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.

  • Rahul Santra· Nov 27, 2024

    Webhooks reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.

  • Anika Wang· Nov 15, 2024

    We evaluated Webhooks against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.

  • Pratham Ware· Oct 18, 2024

    Webhooks is among the better-indexed MCP projects we tried; the explainx.ai summary tracks the official description.

  • James Park· Oct 6, 2024

    We wired Webhooks into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • Piyush G· Sep 25, 2024

    According to our notes, Webhooks benefits from clear Model Context Protocol framing — fewer ambiguous “AI plugin” claims.

  • Henry Li· Sep 17, 2024

    We wired Webhooks into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • Emma Ndlovu· Sep 13, 2024

    Webhooks is a well-scoped MCP server in the explainx.ai directory — install snippets and categories matched our Claude Code setup.

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