Basic Memory

Name: Basic Memory
Author: basicmachines-co

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by basicmachines-co 2,652 AGPL-3.0 Python Intermediate stdio

Install

Claude Code

claude mcp add basic-memory -- uvx basic-memory

Cursor

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "basic-memory": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "basic-memory"
      ]
    }
  }
}

VS Code

{
  "mcp": {
    "servers": {
      "basic-memory": {
        "command": "uvx",
        "args": [
          "basic-memory"
        ]
      }
    }
  }
}

Windsurf

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "basic-memory": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "basic-memory"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Desktop

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "basic-memory": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "basic-memory"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Safety Report

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Security

Authentication

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Authentication detected: env_api_key_py, connection_string, oauth

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CORS Policy

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stdio transport — CORS not applicable

N/A

Rate Limiting

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Rate limiting detected: express_rate_limit

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Known CVEs

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No known CVEs in dependencies

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Code Quality

Dependency Audit

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No known vulnerable dependencies detected

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Dangerous Patterns

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No dangerous code patterns detected

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License

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License: AGPL-3.0

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Community

Maintenance Status

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Last commit 1 days ago

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Compatibility

Claude CodeFull support

Tested

CursorFull support

Tested

VS CodeFull support via Copilot

Tested

WindsurfFull support

Tested

Claude DesktopFull support

Tested

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Basic Memory?

Local-first knowledge management with bi-directional LLM sync via Markdown files.

Is Basic Memory safe to use?

Yes, Basic Memory has passed our 8-point security audit and is rated Verified. All checks including authentication, dependency audit, and known CVE scan passed.

What are alternatives to Basic Memory?

Similar MCP servers include Context7, Cognee, Hindsight. Each serves a similar purpose but may differ in features, language, and compatibility.