You can connect WordPress to ChatGPT using the Model Context Protocol (MCP) with mumcp. Once connected, ChatGPT can read your pages, create posts, build Elementor layouts, manage WooCommerce products, and update SEO metadata — all through natural conversation.
What You Need
- A WordPress site (self-hosted, any host)
- ChatGPT Plus or Team subscription (MCP support required)
- mumcp plugin (free)
Step-by-Step Setup
Step 1: Install mumcp
- Download mumcp from sitepilotai.mumega.com.
- In WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
- Upload and activate the plugin.
Step 2: Generate Your API Key
- Go to Settings → mumcp in your WordPress admin.
- Click “Generate API Key” and copy the key.
- Your MCP endpoint URL is:
https://yoursite.com/wp-json/site-pilot-ai/v1/mcp
Step 3: Add MCP Server to ChatGPT
- Open ChatGPT settings.
- Navigate to the MCP Servers section.
- Click “Add Server” and enter:
- Name: My WordPress Site
- URL:
https://yoursite.com/wp-json/site-pilot-ai/v1/mcp - Authentication: API Key header
X-API-Key: your-key-here
- Click Save.
Step 4: Start Using It
Open a new ChatGPT conversation and try these prompts:
Example Prompts for ChatGPT + WordPress
- “List all my published pages”
- “Create a blog post about our new product launch”
- “Show me the Elementor layout of my homepage”
- “Update the meta description of my About page to be more compelling”
- “What plugins are active on my site?”
What ChatGPT Can Do With Your WordPress Site
| Category | Capabilities | Tools Available |
|---|---|---|
| Content | Create, edit, delete posts and pages | 18 tools |
| Design | Build and modify Elementor layouts | 25+ tools |
| SEO | Audit and optimize metadata | 10 tools |
| E-commerce | Manage WooCommerce products and orders | 17 tools |
| Media | Upload images, generate AI images | 12 tools |
| Forms | Read form entries and structure | 6 tools |
| LMS | Manage LearnPress courses | 18 tools |
Also Works With These AI Assistants
mumcp uses the open MCP standard, so it works with any MCP-compatible AI client:
- Claude Desktop — Add to
claude_desktop_config.json - Cursor — Add via Settings → MCP Servers
- Windsurf — Add via MCP configuration
- Google Gemini — MCP support available
- Any MCP client — Standard JSON-RPC protocol
Troubleshooting
- Connection refused: Ensure your site is publicly accessible (not localhost).
- 401 Unauthorized: Check your API key is correct and hasn’t been regenerated.
- Tools not showing: Make sure mumcp is activated. Visit
/wp-json/site-pilot-ai/v1/mcpto verify.
Connecting WordPress to ChatGPT takes under 5 minutes with mumcp. Download the free plugin and start managing your site with AI.
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