# Connect to Codex CLI

Add ToolRouter to Codex CLI with a single terminal command.

## How do I add ToolRouter to Codex CLI?

Run this in your terminal:

```bash
codex mcp add toolrouter -- npx -y toolrouter-mcp
```

Tools will appear alongside Codex's built-in tools. Use `/mcp` to verify the connection.

No API key needed — your account is created automatically on first use.

**Requires [Node.js 18+](https://nodejs.org).**

## Related guides

- [Quickstart](/docs/quickstart) for a full overview
- [Connect to Claude Code](/docs/connect-claude-code) for Claude Code setup