box-mcp-serverA Box model context protocol server to search, read and access files

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Reviewed by Daniel Nikulshyn·Updated July 2026

Overview

box-mcp-server is a Box model context protocol server that enables searching and reading files. It is designed to provide access to files via the model context protocol. The server relies on authentication methods, including JSON Web Tokens (JWT) that can be obtained through the Box Developer Console or a paid Box enterprise account. Users can choose between using a JWT or a developer token for authentication. The server requires Node.js version v22 or higher, npm, git, and dotenv to be installed for development. The tool is mainly targeted at developers looking to integrate Box's model context protocol into their applications or services.

Key features

File search
File reading
JSON Web Token (JWT) authentication
Developer token authentication

Pricing

Model: Free
Category: MCP Servers
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Use cases

Enterprise File Management

box-mcp-server can be used by enterprises to manage their files on Box, enabling searching and reading files through a model context protocol server.

Developer Testing

The server can be used by developers for testing Box integrations using a developer token, which is easy to set up and use.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Supports persistent connection to Box via JWT
Easy integration with Box using developer token
Allows searching and reading files

Cons

Requires a Box enterprise account or a free developer account for setup
Developer token only lasts 60 minutes

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Q&A

What are the software prerequisites for running the server?

You need Node.js v22 or higher, npm, git, and dotenv installed. The project also requires setting environment variables for either BOX_JWT_BASE64 or BOX_DEV_TOKEN along with BOX_USER_ID.

Asked by Isabela Almeida · Feb 26, 2026

What are the main file operations available?

The server allows searching for files and reading their contents, supporting common formats such as PDF, Word, and other document types through the Box Model Context Protocol.

Asked by Margaret Whitfield · Jan 6, 2026

How do I set up a JWT for persistent access?

Create an application in the Box Developer Console with JWT authorization, generate a public/private key pair, enable enterprise access, and encode the JWT config file in Base64. Then supply the Base64 string in the BOX_JWT_BASE64 environment variable or the BOX_JWT_CONFIG_PATH.

Asked by Sami Virtanen · Dec 22, 2025

What authentication options does box-mcp-server support?

box‑mcp‑server supports two authentication methods: a JSON Web Token (JWT) for a persistent connection, which requires a paid Box enterprise account or a free developer account, and a temporary developer token that lasts 60 minutes.

Asked by Quoc Bui · Dec 1, 2025