what is Mixpanel MCP?
Mixpanel MCP is a simple server that interfaces with the Mixpanel API, allowing users to interact with their Mixpanel event data through various MCP clients like Cursor or Claude Desktop.
how to use Mixpanel MCP?
To use Mixpanel MCP, set up a Mixpanel Service Account to obtain your username, password, and project ID. You can install it via Smithery or clone the repository and run it locally.
key features of Mixpanel MCP?
- Query Mixpanel events data, retention, and funnels.
- On-demand lookups for specific queries like weekly retention for user cohorts.
- Compatibility with multiple MCP clients.
use cases of Mixpanel MCP?
- Analyzing user retention over specific time periods.
- Generating insights on event data for product analytics.
- Facilitating data-driven decision-making through easy access to Mixpanel data.
FAQ from Mixpanel MCP?
- What is required to set up Mixpanel MCP?
You need a Mixpanel Service Account with a username, password, and project ID.
- Can I use Mixpanel MCP with any MCP client?
Yes, Mixpanel MCP is designed to work with clients like Cursor and Claude Desktop.
- Is there ongoing support for Mixpanel MCP?
Yes, the project is actively being developed, and users can request additional features.
Mixpanel MCP
Simple MCP server that interfaces with the Mixpanel API, allowing you to talk to your Mixpanel events data from any MCP client like Cursor or Claude Desktop. Query events data, retention, and funnels. Great for on-demand look ups like: "What's the weekly retention for users in the Feb 1 cohort?"
I am adding more coverage of the Mixpanel API over time, let me know which tools you need or just open a PR.
Installation
Make sure to go to your Mixpanel Organization Settings to set up a Mixpanel Service Account, get the username, password, and your project ID (in Mixpanel Project Settings).
Installing via Smithery
To install mixpanel-mcp for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:
npx -y @smithery/cli install @dragonkhoi/mixpanel-mcp --client claude
To install mixpanel-mcp for Cursor, go to Settings -> Cursor Settings -> Features -> MCP Servers -> + Add
Select Type: command and paste the below, using the arguments <USERNAME> <PW> <PROJECT_ID> from Mixpanel
npx -y @smithery/cli@latest run @dragonkhoi/mixpanel-mcp --config "{\"username\":\"YOUR_SERVICE_ACCT_USERNAME\",\"password\":\"YOUR_SERVICE_ACCT_PASSWORD\",\"projectId\":\"YOUR_MIXPANEL_PROJECT_ID\"}"
Clone and run locally
Clone this repo
Run npm run build
Paste this command into Cursor (or whatever MCP Client)
node /ABSOLUTE/PATH/TO/mixpanel-mcp/build/index.js YOUR_SERVICE_ACCOUNT_USERNAME YOUR_SERVICE_ACCOUNT_PASSWORD YOUR_PROJECT_ID
Examples
- Ask about retention numbers
- Ask for an overview of events