How do I install claude-mem?

claude-mem is typically installed as a CLI (via npm, uv, or a curl script depending on the fork you use) and configured as a local MCP server in claude_desktop_config.json or via `claude mcp add`. Check the specific project's README for the current install command.

What's the difference between claude-mem and Muninn?

claude-mem stores memory in local files, runs on your machine, and is single-user. Muninn is a hosted MCP notes workspace with an account, sync across devices, real markdown editing in a browser, and the same store working in ChatGPT and Codex as well as Claude.

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Comparison

claude-mem vs. a hosted MCP notes workspace

When claude-mem is enough — and when it isn't

claude-mem is a popular local MCP server that gives Claude a memory file it can read and update. It's small, self-hosted, and does one thing well. If you work on a single machine and are happy managing a local file, it's a fine tool.

But the moment you want the same memory on a second machine, in ChatGPT, in Codex, or shared with a teammate, you need something hosted. That's where Muninn comes in.

Side-by-side

	claude-mem	Muninn
Install	CLI on your machine	Sign in — no install
Storage	Local file	Hosted, encrypted at rest
Sync across devices	Manual (git, iCloud, etc.)	Automatic
Works in ChatGPT / Codex	No — Claude only	Yes — any MCP client
Real editing UI	Open the file in a text editor	Browser editor, folders, search, pins
Pricing	Free (self-hosted)	Free tier + paid plans

When claude-mem is the right call

You only use Claude, only on one machine.
You want zero dependencies and are comfortable with a CLI.
Your memory is small and rarely changes.

When to reach for Muninn instead

You switch between Claude and ChatGPT and want one memory.
You use more than one computer.
You want to organise notes into folders, pin, search, archive.
You want a shareable read-only view for teammates (coming).

Migrating from claude-mem

claude-mem stores memory as markdown. Copy the contents into Muninn as notes (drag the files into the editor or paste), then point Claude at Muninn's MCP endpoint instead. Your Claude Code and Claude Desktop configs each change by one line.