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WordPress MCP Integration: Bulletproof Security & Automated Updates

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About WordPress MCP Integration

What is WordPress MCP Integration: Bulletproof Security & Automated Updates?

WordPress MCP Integration is a streamlined TypeScript SDK designed to securely interact with WordPress sites via the REST API using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It enables developers to programmatically create, retrieve, and update posts while prioritizing robust security and hands-off maintenance through automated processes.

How to Use WordPress MCP Integration: Bulletproof Security & Automated Updates?

Getting started involves three core steps:

  1. Install dependencies and configure credentials using environment variables or direct request parameters
  2. Implement one of the three core functions: create_post, get_posts, or update_post
  3. Launch the server with optional port configuration for seamless API integration

For example, creating a draft post requires specifying title and content parameters while leveraging optional defaults for status and authentication.

WordPress MCP Integration Features

Key Features of WordPress MCP Integration: Bulletproof Security & Automated Updates?

  • Password Hardening: Enforces application password usage instead of main account credentials
  • Stateless Automation: JSON-RPC 2.0 compatible for serverless workflows
  • Granular Control: Optional parameters allow overriding environment configurations per request
  • Version-agnostic: Works with all WordPress versions supporting REST API

Use Cases of WordPress MCP Integration: Bulletproof Security & Automated Updates?

Common applications include:

  • Content syndication between platforms via scheduled post creation
  • Automated backup systems using get_posts with pagination handling
  • SEO optimization tools updating post metadata through update_post endpoints
  • Multi-author workflows using conditional status parameters

WordPress MCP Integration FAQ

FAQ from WordPress MCP Integration: Bulletproof Security & Automated Updates?

Q: How is security maintained?
The system enforces WordPress application passwords by default, which can be revoked independently of main account credentials. All API calls use HTTPS by design.

Q: Can I use custom authentication methods?
While environment variables are the recommended approach, credentials can also be passed directly in requests for dynamic configurations - though this requires proper sanitization in production environments.

Q: What's the update workflow?
The update_post tool allows partial updates - for example, changing a post's status without affecting content. This makes it ideal for approval workflows or status transitions.

Content

WordPress MCP Integration

This is a streamlined version of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) TypeScript SDK that focuses specifically on WordPress integration. It enables interaction with WordPress sites through the WordPress REST API using the MCP protocol.

Overview

The WordPress MCP integration allows you to:

  • Create new WordPress posts
  • Retrieve existing WordPress posts
  • Update existing WordPress posts

Installation

  1. Clone this repository
  2. Install dependencies:
npm install

Configuration

There are two ways to configure the WordPress integration:

1. Environment Variables

Set the following environment variables:

  • WORDPRESS_SITE_URL: Your WordPress site URL
  • WORDPRESS_USERNAME: WordPress username
  • WORDPRESS_PASSWORD: WordPress application password

2. Request Parameters

Provide the credentials directly in the request parameters when calling the tools.

Security Note

For security, it's recommended to use WordPress application passwords instead of your main account password. You can generate an application password in your WordPress dashboard under Users → Security → Application Passwords.

Available Tools

create_post

Creates a new WordPress post.

Parameters:

  • siteUrl: (optional if set in env) WordPress site URL
  • username: (optional if set in env) WordPress username
  • password: (optional if set in env) WordPress application password
  • title: Post title
  • content: Post content
  • status: (optional) 'draft' | 'publish' | 'private' (default: 'draft')

Example:

{
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "id": 1,
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "name": "create_post",
    "arguments": {
      "title": "My New Post",
      "content": "Hello World!",
      "status": "draft"
    }
  }
}

get_posts

Retrieves WordPress posts.

Parameters:

  • siteUrl: (optional if set in env) WordPress site URL
  • username: (optional if set in env) WordPress username
  • password: (optional if set in env) WordPress application password
  • perPage: (optional) Number of posts per page (default: 10)
  • page: (optional) Page number (default: 1)

Example:

{
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "id": 1,
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "name": "get_posts",
    "arguments": {
      "perPage": 5,
      "page": 1
    }
  }
}

update_post

Updates an existing WordPress post.

Parameters:

  • siteUrl: (optional if set in env) WordPress site URL
  • username: (optional if set in env) WordPress username
  • password: (optional if set in env) WordPress application password
  • postId: ID of the post to update
  • title: (optional) New post title
  • content: (optional) New post content
  • status: (optional) 'draft' | 'publish' | 'private'

Example:

{
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "id": 1,
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "name": "update_post",
    "arguments": {
      "postId": 123,
      "title": "Updated Post Title",
      "status": "publish"
    }
  }
}

Running the Server

Start the WordPress MCP server:

npm run server

This will start the server on stdio by default. To run it on a specific port (e.g., 3000):

npm run server 3000

Requirements

  • Node.js 18.0.0 or higher
  • WordPress site with REST API enabled
  • WordPress application password for authentication

License

MIT License - See LICENSE file for details

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