Linear
Create, update, and triage Linear issues and projects from your coding agent so shipping work stays in sync with your backlog.
Overview
Linear MCP is an MCP server for the Build phase that lets AI assistants manage Linear issues, projects, and tracking workflows over hosted SSE or streamable-http.
What is this MCP server?
- Official-style remote MCP with SSE (mcp.linear.app/sse) and streamable-http (mcp.linear.app/mcp)
- Issue tracking and project management surfaces exposed to agents
- Dual transport options for clients that prefer SSE versus streamable HTTP
- Version 1.0.0 remote service—no local Linear MCP binary required
- Fits daily agent loops: file bugs, update status, query cycles while coding
- MCP manifest version 1.0.0
- Two published remotes: SSE at mcp.linear.app/sse and streamable-http at mcp.linear.app/mcp
What problem does it solve?
Solo builders lose flow when every bug, spec tweak, and status change requires leaving the agent to click through Linear.
Who is it for?
One-person teams already on Linear who want the agent to file work, sync states, and pull issue context during implementation.
Skip if: Builders on Jira, GitHub Issues only, or paper kanban who will not maintain a Linear workspace.
What do I get? / Deliverables
After adding Linear MCP, your agent can create and update issues and query project state so the backlog matches what you just built or reviewed.
- Issues and comments created or updated from agent sessions
- Queryable project and issue context inside implementation threads
- Tighter traceability between code changes and Linear tickets
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Journey fit
Issue and project tracking is active product execution—canonical placement is Build where solo builders coordinate tasks alongside code. Linear is a PM system of record; the PM subphase is where MCP-backed issue workflows belong in the Skillselion journey shelf.
How it compares
Live PM system MCP integration, not a standalone writing-plans or brainstorming skill.
Common Questions / FAQ
Who is app.linear/linear for?
Solo and small-team developers using Linear who want Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, or Windsurf to read and update issues without manual copy-paste.
When should I use app.linear/linear?
Use it throughout Build (and Ship when tying review items to tickets) whenever implementation should create, update, or query Linear issues and projects.
How do I add app.linear/linear to my agent?
Add either https://mcp.linear.app/mcp (streamable-http) or https://mcp.linear.app/sse (SSE) to your MCP configuration and complete Linear authentication as documented by Linear.