Google Tasks MCP Server

Overview

Google Tasks MCP Server (commonly known as gtasks-mcp) is a community-developed Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that bridges AI assistants with Google Tasks, Google's lightweight to-do list service integrated with Gmail and Google Calendar.

It allows LLMs like Claude Desktop, Cursor, and other MCP-compatible clients to manage tasks and task lists through natural language commands. Multiple implementations exist (Node.js/TypeScript and Python variants), with zcaceres/gtasks-mcp being one of the most referenced and actively used.

Key Features

• Task List Management: List all task lists, create new lists, and switch between them.
• Task Operations: Create, read, update, delete, search, complete, and move tasks.
• Advanced Tools: Clear completed tasks, handle parent-child relationships, set due dates, notes, and priorities.
• Natural Language Control: "Add a task to buy groceries due tomorrow" or "Show my high-priority tasks and mark the urgent ones as done".
• Secure Authentication: Uses Google OAuth2 for safe access to your Tasks data.
• MCP Client Compatibility: Works seamlessly with Claude Desktop, Cursor, Gemini CLI, and any compliant MCP tool.
• Additional Variants: Some implementations offer extra features like batch operations or integration with broader Google Workspace tools.

Use Cases

• Daily Task Management: Ask AI to summarize your to-do list, prioritize items, or create new tasks from meeting notes.
• Productivity Automation: "Move all completed tasks to archive and create a weekly review list".
• Integration Workflows: Combine with Gmail MCP and Google Calendar MCP for a full AI-powered personal organization system.
• Team & Personal Planning: Generate tasks from emails or calendar events and keep everything synchronized.
• Smart Reminders: Let AI manage recurring tasks or follow-up items conversationally.

Installation & Setup (zcaceres/gtasks-mcp)

Quick Steps

1. Google OAuth Setup: Create credentials in Google Cloud Console and enable the Google Tasks API.
2. Clone the Repository:
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   git clone https://github.com/zcaceres/gtasks-mcp.git
   cd gtasks-mcp
   npm install
   

3. Configure Credentials: Set up your OAuth client ID/secret and run the server.
4. Add to AI Client: Configure the MCP server URL (usually http://localhost:3000 or similar) in Claude Desktop, Cursor, or your preferred client.

Many implementations support stdio transport for easier integration with tools like Claude Code.

Popular Alternatives

• arpitbatra123/mcp-googletasks: Clean bridge focused on task list and task management.
• mstfe/mcp-google-tasks: Node.js/TypeScript implementation with structured tools.
• akutishevsky/google-tasks-mcp: Another solid variant for managing task lists and tasks.
• Hosted options: Zapier MCP, Pipedream, ActivePieces, and Composio provide no-code or managed Google Tasks MCP servers.

Compatibility & Security

• Clients: Claude Desktop/Code, Cursor, and most MCP-compliant AI tools.
• Authentication: Google OAuth2 (recommended). Always grant minimal scopes and review the code before use.
• License: Typically MIT (check specific repository).

Google Tasks MCP servers make task management conversational and efficient, turning your AI assistant into a personal productivity co-pilot. Pair it with Gmail and Calendar MCP servers for a powerful unified Google Workspace experience.