AI Agent for Trello MCP
Integrate your Trello boards seamlessly with AI assistants like Claude Desktop, GitHub Copilot Chat, and any Model Context Protocol (MCP)-compatible client. The Trello MCP Server unlocks full AI-driven automation of your Trello workflows—listing boards, reading contents, creating and moving cards, adding comments, archiving, and more. Deploy locally or via Docker for secure, real-time Trello management through natural language.
Full AI Control of Trello Boards
Connect your Trello account to the MCP server and empower AI assistants to manage your workflow end-to-end. Effortlessly list all boards, read card and list details, create and move cards, add comments, archive, and more—all through natural language commands or MCP-compatible clients.
- List All Boards.
- Retrieve and display all your open Trello boards for instant overview and selection.
- Read Board Contents.
- Access lists and cards on any board, allowing AI to summarize, analyze, or act on your Trello data.
- Create & Move Cards.
- Add new cards or move them between lists using natural language, streamlining task management.
- Add Comments.
- Let the AI append actionable notes, updates, or decisions directly to your Trello cards.
Seamless Setup & Secure Deployment
Deploy the Trello MCP Server locally or via Docker with robust security. Integrate with Claude Desktop, GitHub Copilot Chat, and more, while keeping your Trello credentials private and environment under your control.
- Easy Docker/Local Install.
- Spin up the server in minutes using Docker or Node.js for instant integration with AI agents.
- Credential Security.
- Store API keys and tokens securely using environment variables and .env files.
- Real-Time AI Access.
- Allow instant, secure connections from multiple MCP-compatible clients for live Trello automation.
Powerful Trello Tools & Automation
Expose your Trello boards as MCP resources, giving AI assistants the power to read, create, update, and organize boards, lists, and cards. Unlock automation like board deletion, card archiving, list renaming, and more, all safely managed through secure AI-driven workflows.
- Board & Card Automation.
- Enable AI to delete boards, archive lists or cards, and update names as needed.
- Resource Exposure.
- Boards are available as MCP resources for AI to access and manipulate in structured formats.
MCP INTEGRATION
Available Trello MCP Integration Tools
The following tools are available as part of the Trello MCP integration:
- list_boards
List all open Trello boards accessible to your account.
- read_board
Read the lists and cards from a specific Trello board using its ID.
- create_list
Create a new list within a specific board by specifying its name.
- create_card
Create a new card in a specific list, with optional description.
- move_card
Move a card to a different list to update its workflow state.
- add_comment
Add a comment to a Trello card to collaborate or document updates.
- archive_card
Archive a specific card, removing it from the active board view.
- archive_list
Archive a list to clear it from the board while preserving its cards.
- delete_board
Delete a board permanently from your Trello account.
- update_list_name
Update the name of an existing list for better organization.
- update_card_name
Change the name of a card to reflect new details or requirements.
Connect Trello to AI with Trello MCP Server
Unlock seamless integration between your Trello boards and powerful AI assistants like Claude Desktop and GitHub Copilot Chat. Effortlessly manage your tasks, automate workflows, and supercharge productivity with the Model Context Protocol server.
What is Trello
Trello is a web-based, kanban-style project management and collaboration platform developed by Atlassian. It enables individuals and teams to organize tasks, projects, and workflows using boards, lists, and cards. With an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, Trello helps users visualize work, assign responsibilities, set deadlines, and track progress in real time. Trello is widely used by organizations of all sizes, from small startups to Fortune 500 companies, for its flexibility, ease of use, and integration capabilities with various productivity tools. Whether managing a personal to-do list or coordinating complex team projects, Trello streamlines the process, enhancing efficiency and transparency.
Capabilities
What we can do with Trello
Trello offers a suite of features for managing projects, collaborating with teams, and streamlining workflows. Its visual interface and flexible structure make it suitable for a wide range of use cases, from task tracking to cross-functional project management.
- Organize Projects
- Create boards, lists, and cards to structure and manage any type of project.
- Collaborate in Real Time
- Assign tasks, comment, share files, and communicate with teammates instantly.
- Automate Workflows
- Use built-in automation to reduce manual work and keep tasks moving.
- Integrate with Other Tools
- Connect Trello with apps like Slack, Google Drive, and Jira for seamless productivity.
- Track Progress
- Monitor task completion, set deadlines, and visualize project timelines with calendars and views.
How AI Agents Can Benefit from Trello
AI agents can leverage Trello as a dynamic workspace for managing information, tracking actionable items, and orchestrating multi-step processes. By integrating with Trello, AI agents can automate repetitive project management tasks, provide insights on workflow efficiency, and facilitate seamless collaboration between human and machine team members. This integration enhances productivity, ensures better organization, and enables scalable task management for AI-driven operations.