buffer-mcp
Enables managing Buffer social media posts via Claude, including creating, scheduling, and viewing posts across connected accounts through Buffer's GraphQL API.
README
Buffer MCP Server
MCP server for Buffer social media management — create, schedule, and manage posts across all your connected social platforms via Claude.
Built on Buffer's new GraphQL API (public beta, Feb 2026).
Setup
Requirements: Node.js >= 20
npm install
npm run build
Buffer Access Token
- Go to publish.buffer.com/settings/api
- Click "Generate API Key"
- Copy your access token
Environment Variables
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
BUFFER_ACCESS_TOKEN |
Yes | Your Buffer API access token |
Usage with Claude Desktop
Add to your Claude Desktop config (~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json):
{
"mcpServers": {
"buffer": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/path/to/buffer-mcp/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"BUFFER_ACCESS_TOKEN": "your-token-here"
}
}
}
}
Usage with Claude Code
Add to your .mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"buffer": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/path/to/buffer-mcp/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"BUFFER_ACCESS_TOKEN": "your-token-here"
}
}
}
}
Tools (7)
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
account_info |
Get account, organizations, and their IDs |
channels_list |
List all connected social channels for an org |
channel_get |
Get details for a single channel |
posts_list |
List posts with filters (status, channel, date range) and pagination |
post_get |
Get a single post by ID |
post_create |
Create a post (queue, schedule, publish now, or publish next) |
idea_create |
Save an idea to the Buffer ideas board |
Resources (1)
| URI | Description |
|---|---|
buffer://info/api |
API info, rate limits, supported platforms, limitations |
Limitations
- No edit/delete via API: The beta GraphQL API supports creating posts only. Use the Buffer dashboard to edit or delete.
- No analytics: Engagement metrics (likes, comments, reach) are not available via API.
- No DMs: Only public posts are supported.
- Media via URL only: Attach images/videos by providing a hosted URL. No file upload endpoint yet.
- Rate limit: 100 requests per 15 minutes per client.
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