This project provides Obsidian integrations for AI applications like Claude Desktop, enabling semantic search and custom Templater prompts via the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It targets Obsidian users who want to leverage their notes with AI assistants securely, offering enhanced note-taking and research capabilities.

How It Works

The solution comprises an Obsidian plugin and a local MCP server. The plugin facilitates the setup and management of the server, which acts as a secure intermediary between the AI client and the Obsidian vault. This architecture prevents direct vault access by AI applications, ensuring user control and security while enabling features like reading notes, executing templates, and performing semantic searches.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Install the plugin from Obsidian's Community Plugins.
• Enable the plugin and click "Install Server" within its settings.
• Requires Obsidian v1.7.7+, Claude Desktop, and the Local REST API plugin.
• Recommended: Templater and Smart Connections plugins.
• Server binaries are signed and distributed as executables.

Highlighted Details

• Enables AI assistants to read and reference Obsidian notes securely.
• Supports semantic search within the vault based on meaning and context.
• Allows execution of Obsidian templates with dynamic parameters via AI.
• Server binaries are signed and verifiable using SLSA provenance for integrity.

Maintenance & Community

The project is actively seeking maintainers. Interested parties can join the Discord community or review maintainer requirements. Applications close September 15, 2025.

Licensing & Compatibility

Licensed under the MIT License. Compatible with commercial use.

Limitations & Caveats

The project is seeking new maintainers, indicating potential shifts in development focus or support. Some advanced features require additional Obsidian plugins.