What is Respira for WordPress?

Respira for WordPress is a WordPress plugin that enables AI coding assistants like Cursor and Claude Code to edit WordPress sites through a secure REST API using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). No SSH or FTP required.

Which AI tools work with Respira?

Respira works with Cursor, Claude Code (FREE tier), and Codex, Windsurf, Cline, Continue.dev (PRO tier). Any tool that supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) can connect to Respira.

Which WordPress page builders are supported?

FREE tier supports Gutenberg and Divi. PRO tier adds Elementor, Oxygen, and Bricks. The plugin automatically detects your page builder and provides appropriate editing capabilities.

Is Respira safe to use on production sites?

Yes. Respira uses a duplicate-first editing workflow, meaning AI assistants edit duplicates of your pages, not the originals. Changes must be manually published. The plugin includes API key authentication, rate limiting, content validation, and complete audit logging.

Does Respira require SSH access?

No. Respira works entirely through WordPress's REST API. No SSH, FTP, or command-line access needed. Works on shared hosting, managed WordPress hosting, and any WordPress environment.

Installation Guide

Name: Respira for WordPress
Author: Respira

Get Respira for WordPress up and running in minutes

Step 1: Install the WordPress Plugin

Option A: Download from GitHub

Go to GitHub Releases
Download respira-for-wordpress-latest.zip
In WordPress Admin, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
Choose the ZIP file and click Install Now
Click Activate Plugin

Option B: Manual Installation

Download the plugin ZIP file
Extract it to your WordPress wp-content/plugins/ directory
Go to Plugins in WordPress Admin
Find Respira for WordPress and click Activate

Step 2: Generate an API Key

Go to Respira → API Keys in WordPress Admin
Click Generate API Key
Give it a name (e.g., "My Development Machine")
Copy and save the API key - you won't be able to see it again!

⚠️ Important: Save your API key securely. You'll need it to configure the MCP server.

Step 3: Install the MCP Server

The MCP server runs locally on your machine and connects your AI assistant to WordPress.

Option A: From npm (Recommended)

The easiest installation method. No manual download or extraction needed.

npm install -g @respira/wordpress-mcp-server

Or use npx -y @respira/wordpress-mcp-server without installing globally.

Option B: Download ZIP File

If you prefer to download and extract manually:

Go to your Downloads page (requires login)
Download the respira-wordpress-mcp-server-latest.zip file
Extract it to a location on your computer (e.g., ~/.respira/mcp-server/)
Configure your MCP client to point to the dist/index.js file

Recommended: Use the npm installation method above for automatic updates and easier management. Manual download is available as an alternative for users who prefer full control.

Step 4: Configure Your AI Assistant

See the Configuration Guide for detailed instructions for:

✅ You're All Set!

Once configured, you can start using AI to edit your WordPress site. Try asking your AI assistant:

"List all pages on my WordPress site"
"Create a duplicate of the About page"
"Update the homepage title to 'Welcome'"

Next Steps

Configuration Guide

Configure Cursor, Claude Code, and other AI tools

MCP Install Link Generator

Generate one-click install links