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.

MCP Install Link Generator

Name: Respira for WordPress
Author: Respira

Generate a one-click install link for the Respira WordPress MCP server in Cursor or Claude Desktop.

Quick Install (Ready-to-Use)

Click the button below to install the MCP server in Cursor with one click:

View deep link (for copying)

License Required

The MCP server requires a valid license and API key to function. This install link only sets up the MCP server connection. Users still need to:

Have an active license or free trial
Install the Respira WordPress plugin on their WordPress site
Generate an API key from their WordPress admin panel
Configure the MCP server with their WordPress site URL and API key

This install link does not bypass licensing. The MCP server cannot connect to WordPress sites without valid API keys, which require an active license.

Choose Installation Method

Recommended: The npm package is now available! This is the easiest installation method. It automatically handles updates and dependencies.

WordPress Site URL (optional - can be configured later)

You can configure this later in ~/.respira/config.json or via environment variables

API Key (optional - can be configured later)

Get your API key from WordPress Admin → Respira → API Keys. You can add this later in ~/.respira/config.json

Manual Setup Required: GitHub releases require downloading and extracting the ZIP file first. MCP install links work best with npm packages. For now, please use the manual installation method.

Manual Installation Steps

Download the MCP server from the Downloads page
Extract the ZIP file to a permanent location (e.g., ~/.respira/mcp-server/)
Create a configuration file at ~/.respira/config.json:

{
  "sites": [
    {
      "id": "my-site",
      "name": "My WordPress Site",
      "url": "https://your-wordpress-site.com",
      "apiKey": "respira_your-api-key-here",
      "default": true
    }
  ],
  "preferences": {
    "autoDuplicate": true,
    "securityChecks": true
  }
}

Configure your MCP client (Cursor or Claude Desktop) to point to the extracted dist/index.js file

Example Cursor Configuration (.cursor/mcp.json):

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "respira-wordpress": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["~/.respira/mcp-server/dist/index.js"]
    }
  }
}

How MCP Install Links Work

MCP install links use a special URL format that Cursor and Claude Desktop recognize. When you click an install link:

The link opens in your default browser
Cursor/Claude Desktop detects the install request
The MCP server configuration is automatically added to your MCP settings
You may need to restart Cursor/Claude Desktop for changes to take effect

Important: The install link only configures the MCP server connection. You still need to:

Have the Respira WordPress plugin installed and activated
Have an active license or free trial
Generate an API key from your WordPress admin panel
Configure the MCP server with your site URL and API key

Next Steps

Installation Guide

Complete installation instructions

Configuration Guide

Configure your AI tools