Desktop MCP
126 + 21
147 total tools when WooCommerce add-on is active
Respira 4.0.4 · MCP Server 3.3.4
WordPress MCP with page-builder superpowers for production teams
Respira for WordPress is an MCP execution layer for real sites. 172 MCP tools — builder-aware tooling, WooCommerce operations,
and approval-mediated publish flow. Install in one command with add-mcp, run
--doctor to verify the connection.
Official WordPress MCP gives AI core access. Respira gives it page-builder superpowers (Divi 200+ modules, Elementor widgets, Bricks, etc.) with duplicate-before-edit safety so nothing ever breaks. Works on any hosting — self-hosted or managed.
Every write runs duplicate-before-edit, then approval. That keeps live URLs stable while assistants work fast.
WebMCP + Abilities
85 + 21
106 ability tools, including v2 read shortcuts
Builder Coverage
11 builders
Elementor, Divi, Gutenberg, Bricks, Oxygen, and more
Respira MCP 3.3.4 stays aligned with WordPress MCP Adapter v0.4.x lifecycle behavior while preserving compatibility for older adapter installs.
Install paths
One command Auto-detects your AI tool (Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Codex, and 9+ more) and writes the correct config. Powered by add-mcp.
npx add-mcp "npx -y @respira/wordpress-mcp-server"Other installation methods
Interactive wizard Step-by-step setup with connection testing. Saves config to ~/.respira/config.json.
npx @respira/wordpress-mcp-server --setup Manual JSON Paste directly into your client's MCP config. Replace the URL and API key values.
{
"mcpServers": {
"respira-wordpress": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@respira/wordpress-mcp-server"],
"env": {
"WORDPRESS_URL": "https://yoursite.com",
"WORDPRESS_API_KEY": "respira_your_api_key"
}
}
}
} Health check
npx @respira/wordpress-mcp-server --doctor9 diagnostic checks — Node.js, config, connectivity, plugin version, compatibility, and updates.
Discovery
MCP for WordPress page builders
Teams search for terms like Elementor MCP or Divi MCP because core WordPress access is not enough for builder-heavy sites. Respira is the MCP layer for every supported builder in our stack, with one consistent safety workflow.
Canonical builder coverage: Elementor, Divi (Divi 4 + Divi 5), Bricks, WPBakery, Gutenberg, Oxygen, Beaver Builder, Brizy, Visual Composer, Thrive Architect, Breakdance.
Elementor Divi (Divi 4 + Divi 5 / Divi5 MCP) Bricks WPBakery Gutenberg Oxygen Beaver Builder Brizy Visual Composer Thrive Architect Breakdance
Every builder gets the same safety workflow: duplicate before edit, then approve. See full builder details →
Looking for an Elementor MCP server? Respira reads and writes Elementor widget data natively — sections, columns, widgets, and global styles. Need a Divi MCP server for Divi 4 or Divi 5? Respira parses Divi's shortcode format (Divi 4) and the new JSON module system (Divi 5) with full fidelity. Bricks MCP gets 20 dedicated tools including ACSS integration, design system export, and query loop discovery. Gutenberg MCP works with core blocks and Full Site Editing. WPBakery MCP, Oxygen MCP, Beaver Builder MCP, Breakdance MCP, Brizy MCP, Visual Composer MCP, and Thrive Architect MCP — all supported through one server with element-level editing, full page creation, and the same duplicate-before-edit safety across every builder.
Disclaimer: Respira for WordPress is not officially affiliated with Elementor, Divi, Bricks, WPBakery, Gutenberg, Oxygen, Beaver Builder, Brizy, Visual Composer, Thrive Architect, Breakdance. All trademarks and product names belong to their respective owners.
Fidelity
Builder fidelity: clean extraction + lossless source
Respira can return a clean extraction view for AI tasks, then keep the original builder source intact for safe writes. That gives you readable context and layout fidelity in the same workflow.
Clean extraction for AI context
Use normalized content views for text, assets, and structure checks when you need concise context.
Lossless round-trips for builder source
Respira preserves source payloads such as Elementor JSON/meta and Divi structures so edits do not collapse page layouts.
Duplicate-first safety in both modes
Reads can be lightweight, but writes still follow duplicate-before-edit, then approval before live publish.
Positioning
Respira MCP vs Official WordPress MCP
Both matter. Official WordPress MCP provides core protocol access; Respira layers in builder and safety behavior for production operations.
Official WordPress MCP
Respira for WordPress MCP
Core WordPress entities and adapter-level discovery.
Builder-aware tools across 11 page builders.
Protocol and registration baseline.
Duplicate-before-edit with explicit approval mediation.
Generic runtime capabilities.
Snapshot and fidelity-aware workflows for safer rollouts.
Foundational server path.
WooCommerce CRUD extensions plus audit-oriented operations.
Browser MCP Context
WebMCP is the browser protocol. Respira makes it production-safe for WordPress.
WebMCP covers browser-side discovery and invocation. Respira adds approval gates and fidelity-aware write behavior so teams can ship safely, not just quickly.
Chrome runtime
Live in Chrome 146+ with Experimental WebMCP enabled.
SourceCross-vendor editors
Current draft includes editors from Google and Microsoft.
SourceCommunity report
Published as a Web Machine Learning Community Group draft.
SourceOpen specification
Spec text and issue history are public on GitHub.
SourceRespira safety contract
Duplicate-first writes, approvals, snapshots, and rollback.
Source Discover tools in browser AI clients Keep approvals and rollback before publish Run one safety model across WebMCP and desktop MCP
Trusted by professionals
People shipping WordPress faster, without breaking live sites
Reviews are submitted by real users inside Respira for WordPress right after successful sessions.
Verified Reviews
23Average Rating
5.0/5Collection
In-product“Respira hat die Art, wie ich mit WordPress arbeite, grundlegend verändert. Als MCP-Server integriert es sich nahtlos in Claude Code und bietet über 170 Tools, die praktisch jeden Aspekt einer WordPress-Site abdecken — von Content-Management über Bricks Builder bis hin zu WooCommerce. Was mich überzeugt: Umfassende Tool-Abdeckung: Seiten, Posts, Menüs, Medien, Benutzer, Plugins, Custom Post Types, Taxonomien — alles steuerbar über eine einheitliche Schnittstelle. Bricks Builder Support: Elemente finden, bearbeiten, verschieben und duplizieren funktioniert zuverlässig. Die find_element- und batch_update-Funktionen sparen enorm viel Zeit. Sicherheit durch Snapshots: Vor jeder Änderung kann ein Snapshot erstellt werden. Das gibt Sicherheit, besonders bei umfangreichen Umbauten. SEO & Accessibility: Eingebaute Analyse-Tools für SEO, Barrierefreiheit und Performance — direkt nutzbar, ohne zusätzliche Plugins. Kein direkter DB-Zugriff nötig: Alles läuft über die API, was das Risiko von Fehlern deutlich reduziert. Kleiner Verbesserungswunsch: Die Dokumentation könnte an einigen Stellen ausführlicher sein, besonders für fortgeschrittene Bricks-Builder-Workflows. Fazit: Wer WordPress-Seiten mit KI-Unterstützung verwalten und automatisieren möchte, kommt an Respira kaum vorbei. Es ist ausgereift, stabil und macht komplexe Aufgaben überraschend einfach.”
“Great tool to help automation and integrating AI with wordpress, with claude code it's really powerful and a complete new way to work with wordpress.”
“Still learning how powerful this plugin is, but so far a game changer for me and website development. Highly recommended.”
“Respira has been great! Now allows me to vibe code out tedious tasks on wordpress immediately.”
“Best app ever”
“Just discovered @Respira_cafe - Respira for WordPress! A safety layer for AI coding assistants that creates duplicates before any edits. Review before anything goes live. Perfect for WordPress developers! 🚀”
“Mihai, just wanted to say thanks for building Respira. I run a chiropractic clinic in Adelaide and I'm using Claude AI to rebuild my entire website in Bricks Builder. Respira filled a gap nothing else could: letting Claude actually read and write Bricks content through MCP. The fact that you built this as a solo developer, listened to early feedback, and kept shipping updates is genuinely impressive. Rooting for you and the product. Keep going! 🎉🚀”
“This is fxxxxxg amazing! I had to upload 14 PDFs and find a way to show them on a complex page build more than 1 year ago on a WordPress site with a theme that is using WP Backery. I linked Cursor (auto-mode) to my site with this plugin and it uploaded the PDFs to Media Library (it asked me for an application password but that was easy) and created a stunning section (in a similar style with the other sections on the page) with a preview panel and all the PDFs displayed nicely and when somebody clicks a PDF it loads in the panel without opening a new tab. Everything took about 15 minutes in total. I did not even know how to do that myself, not to mention that just uploading the PDFs and putting them on the page would have take me at 3 hours and the result would have been a lot worse.”
“Respira hat die Art, wie ich mit WordPress arbeite, grundlegend verändert. Als MCP-Server integriert es sich nahtlos in Claude Code und bietet über 170 Tools, die praktisch jeden Aspekt einer WordPress-Site abdecken — von Content-Management über Bricks Builder bis hin zu WooCommerce. Was mich überzeugt: Umfassende Tool-Abdeckung: Seiten, Posts, Menüs, Medien, Benutzer, Plugins, Custom Post Types, Taxonomien — alles steuerbar über eine einheitliche Schnittstelle. Bricks Builder Support: Elemente finden, bearbeiten, verschieben und duplizieren funktioniert zuverlässig. Die find_element- und batch_update-Funktionen sparen enorm viel Zeit. Sicherheit durch Snapshots: Vor jeder Änderung kann ein Snapshot erstellt werden. Das gibt Sicherheit, besonders bei umfangreichen Umbauten. SEO & Accessibility: Eingebaute Analyse-Tools für SEO, Barrierefreiheit und Performance — direkt nutzbar, ohne zusätzliche Plugins. Kein direkter DB-Zugriff nötig: Alles läuft über die API, was das Risiko von Fehlern deutlich reduziert. Kleiner Verbesserungswunsch: Die Dokumentation könnte an einigen Stellen ausführlicher sein, besonders für fortgeschrittene Bricks-Builder-Workflows. Fazit: Wer WordPress-Seiten mit KI-Unterstützung verwalten und automatisieren möchte, kommt an Respira kaum vorbei. Es ist ausgereift, stabil und macht komplexe Aufgaben überraschend einfach.”
“Honestly, I was a bit worried about how it would handle Divi v4 because those layouts can be touchy, but it works like a charm. With Divi v5 coming out, this is going to be a total game changer for our workflow. It actually understands the modules instead of just breaking everything.”
“I'm very happy with the time passed on this with you. I am very curious to get more time with it and get more aspect done. Excellent job done behind this technology. thank you”
“I just started using Respira for WordPress and I’m already impressed by how intuitive the interface is. It’s rare to find a tool that feels this clean and 'out of the way' while still providing the power I need to manage my site effectively. Looking forward to seeing what else it can do!”
“still testing this but i can see potential”
“"I run two websites on FLAVOR.PRESS and have been really impressed with how seamlessly it integrates with Claude Code. The workflow just works – I can manage both sites efficiently, and the combination of FLAVOR.PRESS's platform with Claude's capabilities has made my day-to-day so much smoother. It's one of those tools where everything clicks into place from the start. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable, developer-friendly setup."”
“I've been searching for exactly this solution for months – and then I found Respira. What truly amazes me: it doesn't just do what you expect, it actually thinks along with you. For my work with mysolarplant.de, this is a real game changer.”
“This plugin definitely has a WOW factor. After helping me change slugs and adding new hero to multiple pages in one prompt in a couple of minutes, i have to say that editing my client's wordpress sites will never be the same. thank god for good tech!”
“I like how much this empowers my ai agents to help me build wordpress sites which have usually been difficult for ai agents to build without issues when using plugins like elementor”
“AI automations has never been easier”
“To be honest, I've been trying to find a workaround for AI with WordPress. A lot of it is tedious and really, really difficult. now that I have this, I want to build websites, but I don't want to go through all the clicking of the Divi modules and everything. It is too tedious, and I want to focus on my work in sales. However, having a good website out there really helps with my sales process. The notion of me as a salesperson going through that technical setup is really daunting, even when there is no coding required for Divi. Now that I have this, it's just amazing. It's like everything I wanted in a website, and it's being coded into Divi. So far, it looks good. :)”
“Honestly i am blown away. Respira is a major game changer Wordpress website management, especially for SEO.”
“I was able to connect with my claude code, very nice”
“I love Respira! I can now literally have a chat with Claude Code and have it update my Wordpress sites with no fuss. The MCP Server/Plugin combo is secure and robust - it's saving me hours updating client sites. it handles plugins, Elementor, the admin and front end of my sites. What's great as well is that the developer is responsive, friendly and rolls out improvements regularly. Highly recommended!”
“ALHUMDULILLAH great experience”
Every review shown here was submitted by a real Respira for WordPress user in-product.
Execution Paths
Same workflow, two runtimes
Desktop MCP (CLI/editor)
Runs through the npm server package and connects assistants like Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Codex, and other MCP-compatible clients.
- Use
npx -y @respira/wordpress-mcp-serverin your client config - Negotiates
respira/v2when available, clean fallback torespira/v1 - Aligned with MCP Adapter
v0.4.1server registration + transport permission model - Tool inventory sourced from
mcp-server/src/server.ts
Browser AI (WebMCP)
Built into Respira for WordPress and exposed through WordPress Abilities/MCP Adapter. No second browser bridge plugin is required.
- Chrome 146+ with
Experimental WebMCPenabled - Ability IDs are rebased as
respira/<tool-name> - Tool inventory sourced from plugin WebMCP registry
Accuracy Ledger
Tool inventory by surface
Numbers below are generated from source files at build time, not hand-typed marketing claims.
| Surface | WordPress Tools | Woo Tools | Total When Woo Active | Source of Truth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop MCP server | 126 | 21 (conditional) | 147 | mcp-server/src/server.ts |
| WebMCP / Abilities | 85 | 21 (conditional) | 106 | class-respira-webmcp-integration.php |
WebMCP currently exposes 0 plugin-side shortcuts not present as separate desktop tool IDs:
none
Desktop Catalog
What the desktop MCP server actually exposes
WooCommerce add-on tools (21)
These register only when WooCommerce add-on is both installed and licensed:
woocommerce_list_productswoocommerce_get_productwoocommerce_create_productwoocommerce_update_productwoocommerce_duplicate_productwoocommerce_list_orderswoocommerce_get_orderwoocommerce_update_order_statuswoocommerce_get_stock_statuswoocommerce_update_stockwoocommerce_sales_reportwoocommerce_list_categorieswoocommerce_get_categorywoocommerce_create_categorywoocommerce_update_categorywoocommerce_delete_categorywoocommerce_list_tagswoocommerce_get_tagwoocommerce_create_tagwoocommerce_update_tagwoocommerce_delete_tag
Latest Woo expansion includes dedicated category and tag taxonomy tools.
See WooCommerce add-on detailsCommerce
WooCommerce MCP
Respira extends WordPress MCP with WooCommerce operations for stores and agencies that manage product updates through AI assistants.
Current CRUD coverage
- Products: list, read, create, update, duplicate
- Orders: list, read, and status updates
- Stock operations: stock status + inventory updates
- Taxonomies: category and tag CRUD tools
Why this matters for teams
- Run catalog refreshes without touching live originals directly.
- Keep approved Woo product edits on the same live product ID for ad/catalog sync stability.
- Keep one approval model across pages, posts, and commerce tasks.
- Coordinate store edits from desktop MCP or browser WebMCP paths.
- Audit all operations through the same Respira safety contract.
WordPress AI Infrastructure
Abilities + MCP Adapter + WebMCP
Ability IDs
Respira registers tools as WordPress abilities and rebases IDs to kebab-case, for example:
respira/wordpress-list-pagesrespira/wordpress-apply-builder-patch
Discovery endpoints
/wp-json/wp-abilities/v1/abilities /wp-json/mcp-adapter/v1/servers
If both are present, Respira abilities are discoverable through the official adapter path and browser WebMCP.
Surface behavior
Desktop MCP and WebMCP share the same duplicate-before-edit and approval semantics. The browser path adds WordPress-native ability discovery.
Generic MCP server config snippet
{
"mcpServers": {
"respira-wordpress": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@respira/wordpress-mcp-server"],
"env": {
"WORDPRESS_URL": "https://yoursite.com",
"WORDPRESS_API_KEY": "respira_your_api_key"
}
}
}
}Configuration
Hit a tool limit?
Some MCP clients enforce a hard cap on active tools — Antigravity limits you to 100, others vary. Respira ships 172 tools.
Add enabledTools to your config to expose only the tools you need.
~/.respira/config.json
{
"sites": [{ "..." : "..." }],
"preferences": {
"enabledTools": [
"respira_read_page",
"respira_update_page",
"respira_list_pages",
"respira_find_element",
"respira_update_element",
"respira_build_page",
"respira_get_site_context",
"respira_get_builder_info"
]
}
}Site management tools are always included. Unlisted tools still work if called — the filter only controls what your client sees. Requires MCP server v5.2.3+.
FAQ
Common WordPress MCP questions
Is there an Elementor MCP server?
Yes. Respira acts as an Elementor MCP server with builder-aware reads, safe duplicate-first writes, and approval before publish.
Is there a Divi 5 (Divi5) MCP server?
Yes. Respira supports Divi 4 and Divi 5 structures and keeps updates inside duplicate-before-edit approval flows.
Is there an MCP server for Bricks, WPBakery, or Gutenberg?
Yes. Respira covers Bricks MCP, WPBakery MCP, Gutenberg MCP, and other supported builders through one consistent MCP safety model.
Does Respira work with Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, and Codex?
Yes. The desktop MCP server works with MCP-compatible clients, and browser AI paths can use WebMCP through WordPress abilities.
Do I need my WordPress site publicly accessible?
Your MCP client must reach the site URL and authenticate with a Respira API key. Public internet exposure is not required when your network provides secure access.
Can MCP edit WooCommerce products?
Yes. Respira WooCommerce MCP tools cover product CRUD, order and stock operations, and taxonomy flows for categories and tags. Product approvals keep the original live product ID stable so Meta Catalog and Google Merchant Center mappings do not break.
What does duplicate-before-edit mean?
Respira edits a duplicate first, then you review and approve before anything goes live. The original remains untouched until approval.
How is Respira different from official WordPress MCP?
Official WordPress MCP gives AI core access. Respira gives it page-builder superpowers (Divi 200+ modules, Elementor widgets, Bricks, etc.) with duplicate-before-edit safety so nothing ever breaks. Works on any hosting — self-hosted or managed.
How does Respira preserve builder fidelity?
Respira can return a clean extraction view for AI tasks while preserving lossless builder source for round-trips, so layouts remain stable after edits.
What is the difference between desktop MCP and WebMCP?
Desktop MCP runs through the npm server in your editor or CLI. WebMCP runs in browser AI paths through WordPress abilities and MCP Adapter.
How do I connect WordPress to MCP quickly?
Run npx add-mcp "npx -y @respira/wordpress-mcp-server", add your site URL and API key, then verify read access before your first duplicate edit.
My MCP client has a tool limit (e.g. 100 tools in Antigravity). What do I do?
Respira exposes 172 tools by default. If your client enforces a hard tool limit, add an enabledTools array to your ~/.respira/config.json under preferences. Only listed tools will appear in the tool listing — the rest stay callable but won't count against your client's limit. Site management tools (list_sites, switch_site, get_active_site) are always included automatically. Example: "preferences": { "enabledTools": ["respira_read_page", "respira_update_page", "respira_find_element", "respira_update_element", "respira_build_page", "respira_get_site_context"] }
Discovery
Listed on
Find Respira in every major MCP directory and package registry.
Single next step
Connect your assistant and run a safe first edit
Start with the setup command, verify connection, then ask your assistant to read context, duplicate a page, and edit only the duplicate.
