Is Resend MCP free?
The MCP server is free. Resend offers a free tier (100 emails/day), with paid plans for higher volumes.
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Resend MCP
Send transactional emails from Claude via Resend. Create, send, and manage emails with React templates and tracking.
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Quick overview
Resend MCP turns Claude into an email-sending assistant. You can compose and send transactional emails, use React email templates, track delivery status, and manage recipients — all through natural language commands in Claude Desktop. Perfect for automated notifications, confirmations, and team communications.
What this MCP server is best for
- Connecting knowledge, notes, and team content with Resend MCP.
- Searching documents, updating workspace content, and organizing information through AI.
- Helping teams centralize planning, documentation, and operational workflows.
When to choose it
Choose Resend MCP when you want an MCP server focused on Productivity and need tighter integration with your existing tools.
Good fit
emailtransactionalreact-emailnotificationsmarketing
Resend MCP Configuration
Use the following configuration as a starting point for Claude Desktop or any compatible MCP client, then replace placeholder credentials with your own values.
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"resend": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@resend/mcp"],
"env": {
"RESEND_API_KEY": "your_key_here"
}
}
}
}How to set up Resend MCP
These setup steps cover the typical installation flow for this MCP server.
- 1
Create a Resend account and get an API key at resend.com.
- 2
Add the config block with your API key to claude_desktop_config.json.
- 3
Restart Claude Desktop.
- 4
Ask Claude to send a test email to your address.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions for Resend MCP.
Can I use React email templates?
Yes, Resend supports React email templates, and you can reference them when sending emails via Claude.
Does it track opens and clicks?
Yes, Resend provides delivery status, open, and click tracking through its dashboard.
Resend MCP vs Competitors
| Feature | Resend MCP | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | ✅ 100 emails/day | ❌ Limited |
| React Templates | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Tracking | ✅ Built-in | ❌ Add-on |