// OPEN SOURCE
Kognyt MCP
Salesforce Intelligence for Any MCP Client
Make any AI assistant a Salesforce expert. Works with CLI tools like Claude Code, Codex, and Opencode, plus editors like VS Code, Cursor, and Zed — any MCP-compatible client. Platform knowledge only, no org connection needed. Free to start.
npx -y @kognyt/salesforce-mcpChoose MCP when
You want Salesforce Platform Intelligence in any AI client without connecting a Salesforce org.
What you get
Docs, release knowledge, best practices, and Pro tools through a lightweight local MCP server.
Move up when
You need Org Context for your real schema, automation, permissions, and team workflows in Kognyt for VS Code or the IDE.
// HOW IT WORKS
Zero config, instant knowledge
The MCP server runs locally via stdio. When your AI assistant needs Salesforce knowledge, it calls Kognyt MCP, which queries our curated knowledge API. No org data involved.
// FREE TOOLS
Included free — no API key needed
Start using Salesforce knowledge in your AI workflow immediately.
Constraints & Best Practices
Governor limits, platform rules, and best practices for Salesforce development.
Documentation Search
Semantic search over official Salesforce documentation.
Release Intelligence
Release metadata, API versions, and platform status.
// TRIBAL KNOWLEDGE
46 rules from the trenches
Hard-won lessons from production deployments, community expertise, and real-world Salesforce development. The kind of knowledge that takes years to accumulate.
Trigger Patterns
8 rules- One trigger per object
- Handler class pattern
- Recursion guards
Governor Limits
12 rules- SOQL in loops
- Heap size management
- CPU time optimization
SOQL & Data
7 rules- Selective queries
- Relationship queries
- Aggregate optimization
Security
6 rules- CRUD/FLS checks
- Sharing rules
- With/without sharing
Testing
5 rules- Test data factories
- Bulk test patterns
- Assert best practices
Architecture
8 rules- Separation of concerns
- Flow vs Apex
- Error handling patterns
Available with MCP Pro. Your AI assistant queries these rules automatically when relevant.
More tools, same MCP workflow
Unlock 7 additional tools with a Pro API key. $9/mo.
Apex Class Library Reference
Method signatures, parameters, return types, and governor limit implications.
Standard Object Schema
Standard fields, relationships, and FLS patterns.
LWC Component Reference
Attributes, events, wire adapters, and Apex integration patterns.
Tribal Knowledge
Community-sourced patterns, anti-patterns, and hard-won lessons from production.
SOQL Optimizer
Query selectivity analysis, governor limit risk assessment, and indexing recommendations.
Code Pattern Analyzer
Governor limit risk detection and bulkification suggestions.
Trigger Context Advisor
Context variables, execution order, and common pitfalls.
// INSTALLATION
Add to your AI tool
Copy the config for your editor. Runs via npx — no global install needed.
{
"mcpServers": {
"salesforce": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@kognyt/salesforce-mcp"
]
}
}
}{
"mcpServers": {
"salesforce": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@kognyt/salesforce-mcp"
]
}
}
}{
"servers": {
"salesforce": {
"type": "stdio",
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@kognyt/salesforce-mcp"
]
}
}
}// PRICING
Start free, add Pro when needed
MCP Free
Get started with Salesforce platform knowledge — no sign-up required.
Best for
Trying Kognyt MCP in your existing workflow
Platform Intelligence for any MCP-compatible client, with no sign-up or API key needed to get started.
No sign-up required
- 3 Salesforce knowledge tools
- 100 requests per day
- No API key required
- No registration required
- Works with any MCP client
MCP Pro
Full Salesforce intelligence for professional developers.
Best for
Teams and advanced users who need the full MCP toolset
Adds the full tool suite and higher request limits while keeping the same local MCP setup. API key required.
API key required
- All 10 Salesforce knowledge tools
- 1,000 requests per day
- Apex class library reference
- Standard object schema
- LWC component reference
- Tribal knowledge
- SOQL optimizer
- Code pattern analyzer
- Trigger context advisor
Compare Plans
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Constraints & best practices | ||
| Documentation search | ||
| Release intelligence | ||
| Apex class library reference | ||
| Standard object schema | ||
| LWC component reference | ||
| Tribal knowledge | ||
| SOQL optimizer | ||
| Code pattern analyzer | ||
| Trigger context advisor | ||
| Daily request limit | 100 | 1,000 |
| API key required |
// MCP VS EXTENSION VS IDE
Pick the right layer of context
| Kognyt MCP | VS Code Extension | Kognyt IDE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What | MCP server | VS Marketplace extension | Standalone desktop IDE |
| Works with | Any MCP client — CLI tools and editors | VS Code and Cursor | Standalone — bring your own LLM |
| Value | Platform knowledge | Org Context in your editor | Org Context + visual tools |
| Org required | No | Yes | Yes |
| Pricing | Free / $9 Pro | See pricing | See pricing |
Start with Kognyt MCP for Platform Intelligence. Move to Kognyt for VS Code or the IDE when you need Org Context for a connected Salesforce org.
Using VS Code or Cursor?
Start with MCP for free Salesforce platform knowledge. When you need Org Context for your schema, code, permissions, and automation, move into the Kognyt VS Code extension.
Frequently Asked Questions
Make your AI assistant a Salesforce expert
Install in under a minute. No sign-up, no credit card, no configuration.