Can I create, update, and delete content items in any collection?

Yes! Use `create_item` with a collection name and JSON payload to add new items. Use `update_item` with the collection, item ID, and updated fields to modify existing items. Use `delete_item` to remove items. All operations respect the permissions assigned to your Static Token's user role.

How does Directus authentication work with a Static Token?

Directus uses a non-expiring Static Token associated with a specific user account. Generate it from your **User Profile** in the Data Studio. The token is sent as a `Bearer` token in the Authorization header. Its permissions match the role assigned to that user — use an admin role for full access or a restricted role for read-only operations.

Can I audit what changes have been made to my database?

Yes. The `list_activity` tool retrieves the audit log of recent database operations, showing who made changes, which collections were affected, timestamps, and the type of operation (create, update, delete). Combine with `list_users` and `list_roles` for full accountability tracking.

Directus MCP Connector for Claude

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Turn any SQL database into a powerful headless CMS with instant REST and GraphQL APIs for your custom content models.

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Connect your Directus instance to any AI agent and manage your content database through natural conversation.

What you can do

Collection Management — List all data collections with field counts and inspect individual collection schemas
Content CRUD — Create, read, update, and delete items in any collection using JSON payloads
Search & Query — Search items within collections by keyword to find specific content quickly
Schema Inspection — List all fields and their data types for any collection to understand your data model
File Management — Browse uploaded files and retrieve metadata for specific assets
User & Role Management — List all users with roles and status, view role configurations, and check your own profile
Audit Trail — Access the activity log of recent database operations for compliance and debugging

How it works

Subscribe to this server
Enter your Directus Static Token from your user profile in the Data Studio
Start managing your content from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client

Who is this for?

Content Teams — create, update, and search content items across collections without opening the Directus dashboard
Developers — inspect collection schemas, manage fields, and debug data issues through conversational AI
Administrators — audit user activity, manage roles, and monitor database operations

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