Can Claude connect to Chroma?
Updated October 18, 2026 · from live checks of 45,143 MCP servers · Methodology
Yes, in Claude Desktop or Claude Code.2 Chroma MCP servers run locally, which Claude Desktop and Claude Code support; claude.ai on the web needs a live remote server, and none is available right now. Checked on 2026-10-18.
Remote Chroma servers (Claude-ready)
| Server | Publisher | Status | Sign-in | Tools | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChromaDB Remote MCP Server | Community | Down | API key | — | D |
Local Chroma servers (Claude Desktop / Claude Code)
| Server | Publisher | Status | Sign-in | Tools | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levea MCP Server | Community | Local install | API key | — | C |
| Copilot Memory MCP | Community | Local install | No auth | — | C |
How to connect Chroma to Claude
- In Claude, open Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector.
- Paste the remote server URL from the server page and sign in.
- For a local server, add it to Claude Desktop's config or run
claude mcp addin Claude Code.
Custom connectors work on Free (one connector), Pro, Max, Team and Enterprise. Remote connectors connect from Anthropic's cloud, so the server must be publicly reachable.
Is it safe to connect Chroma to Claude?
Check the publisher and trust grade first. Official servers are published by Chroma itself; community servers come from third parties and can see whatever your account can. Every server page shows its live status, sign-in type and tool list.
Can ChatGPT connect to Chroma?
See https://canmyaiuse.pages.dev/can/chatgpt/chroma/
Does Chroma have an official MCP server?
Not in the official MCP Registry as of 2026-10-18. Full list: https://canmyaiuse.pages.dev/apps/chroma/