Chrome DevTools MCP
OfficialInspect, debug, and profile live Chrome sessions.
Chrome DevTools MCP connects an agent to a live Chrome debugging session. It combines page interaction with console, network, and performance signals, making it particularly useful when the task is to diagnose what a web application is doing rather than only automate clicks.
Tools
Selected capabilities exposed to a connected AI client.
navigate_pageOpen or move the connected browser to a target page.
take_snapshotCapture structured page state for inspection and follow-up actions.
clickActivate a page control or other interactive element.
list_console_messagesRead browser console messages for debugging and verification.
list_network_requestsInspect network requests and responses from the connected session.
performance_start_traceRecord runtime performance data for diagnosis.
Bowora highlights 6 of 26 tools. The source repository contains the complete, current tool schema.
Setup and access
Check the connection method, access level, and compatible clients before enabling the server.
npx -y chrome-devtools-mcp@latest- Transport
- stdio
- Authentication
- None
- Registry status
- Active
- Last updated
- Jul 2, 2026
Connects to a local or remote google chrome debugging session. Use the least-privileged credentials and access scope that support your workflow.
Good for
- Debug console errors and failed network requests
- Inspect and interact with a live web page
- Record performance traces and investigate slow experiences
FAQ
- What does Chrome DevTools MCP MCP do?
- Chrome DevTools MCP connects an agent to a live Chrome debugging session. It combines page interaction with console, network, and performance signals, making it particularly useful when the task is to diagnose what a web application is doing rather than only automate clicks.
- How do I connect Chrome DevTools MCP MCP?
- Add it to your MCP client over stdio using: npx -y chrome-devtools-mcp@latest
- Does Chrome DevTools MCP MCP require authentication?
- No separate account login is listed. Local OS permissions and the access boundaries you configure still apply.
- Who maintains Chrome DevTools MCP MCP?
- Chrome DevTools maintains this official MCP implementation.
- Where is the Chrome DevTools MCP source?
- Tools highlighted here include navigate_page, take_snapshot, click, list_console_messages (26 total). Source and updates: https://github.com/ChromeDevTools/chrome-devtools-mcp