How to integrate Nextdns MCP with OpenClaw

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Introduction

OpenClaw is the fastest growing agent harness out there, which can work 24/7 to automate almost any kind of tasks. However, its capabilities are limited to the tools it has access to. Composio allows your OpenClaw to access Nextdns with authentication management handled for you. You can execute actions on Nextdns via your favorite OpenClaw interface (Telegram, WhatsApp, TUI, etc), whichever you prefer.

Why use Composio?

Apart from a managed and hosted MCP server, you will get:

  • Programmatic tool calling allows LLMs to write its code in a remote workbench to handle complex tool chaining. Reduces to-and-fro with LLMs for frequent tool calling.
  • Handling Large tool responses out of LLM context to minimize context rot.
  • Dynamic just-in-time access to 20,000 tools across 850+ other Apps for cross-app workflows. It loads the tools you need, so LLMs aren't overwhelmed by tools you don't need.

How to install Nextdns with OpenClaw

Using Composio API Key and Setup Prompt

Copy the setup prompt from the OpenClaw dashboard
  • Run it in your OpenClaw chat interface.
  • Authenticate Nextdns from the dashboard
  • Go back to your OpenClaw interface and start asking questions.

Using OpenClaw/Composio Plugin

1. Install OpenClaw Composio plugin

bash
openclaw plugins install @composio/openclaw-plugin

2. Copy the API Key from dashboard.composio.dev

3. Setup OpenClaw Config

openclaw config set plugins.entries.composio.config.consumerKey "ck_your_key_here"

4. Restart OpenClaw

openclaw gateway restart

5. Go to your chat interface and start asking questions.

6. When prompted, authenticate the app and you're all set.

How It Works

The plugin connects to Composio's MCP server at https://connect.composio.dev/mcp and registers all available tools directly into the OpenClaw agent. Tools are called by name — no extra search or execute steps needed.

If a tool returns an auth error, the agent will prompt you to connect that toolkit at dashboard.composio.dev.

Configuration

{
  "plugins": {
    "entries": {
      "composio": {
        "enabled": true,
        "config": {
          "consumerKey": "ck_your_key_here"
        }
      }
    }
  }
}
OptionDescriptionDefault
enabledEnable or disable the plugintrue
consumerKeyYour Composio consumer key (ck_...)
mcpUrlMCP server URL (advanced)https://connect.composio.dev/mcp

What is the Nextdns MCP server, and what's possible with it?

The Nextdns MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Nextdns account. It provides structured and secure access to your DNS security and privacy controls, so your agent can perform actions like blocking domains, managing profiles, analyzing DNS analytics, and clearing logs on your behalf.

  • Dynamic domain and TLD blocking: Instantly add domains or top-level domains to your denylist or security blocklist, helping you stay ahead of new threats.
  • Profile management and configuration: Create, update, or delete NextDNS configuration profiles to tailor DNS filtering and security settings for different users or devices.
  • Comprehensive DNS analytics: Retrieve detailed analytics by device, domain, or client IP to monitor DNS activity, spot anomalies, and optimize security policies.
  • Log management and export: Download DNS query logs for audit or troubleshooting, or clear logs entirely to maintain your privacy.
  • Control over block page settings: Enable or disable the block page for any configuration, giving you flexibility over how blocks are displayed to users.

Supported Tools & Triggers

Tools
Add Blocked TLDTool to add a top-level domain to the security blocklist for a nextdns profile.
Add Denylist DomainTool to add a domain to the denylist of a nextdns profile.
Toggle Block PageTool to enable or disable block page for a configuration.
Clear LogsTool to clear dns logs for a nextdns profile.
Create ProfileThis tool allows users to create a new nextdns profile.
Delete NextDNS ConfigurationTool to delete a nextdns configuration profile.
Download LogsTool to download dns logs for a profile.
Get Analytics DevicesTool to retrieve analytics aggregated by devices.
Get Analytics DomainsTool to retrieve analytics data for domains within a specific profile.
Get Analytics IPsTool to retrieve analytics aggregated by client ip addresses.
Get Analytics IP VersionsTool to retrieve analytics grouped by ip version within a specific profile.
Get Analytics Query TypesTool to retrieve dns query counts broken down by query type.
Get Analytics ReasonsTool to retrieve dns query counts broken down by classification reason.
Get Analytics StatusTool to retrieve analytics status for a specific profile.
Get LogsTool to retrieve logs for a specific nextdns profile with optional filters.
Get Profile DetailsRetrieves the details of a specific nextdns profile.
Get Setup InfoTool to get setup information for a provided configuration (profile).
List ConfigurationsTool to list all configurations (profiles) available on the nextdns account.
List Denylist DomainsTool to list domains in the denylist for a profile.
List Security SettingsTool to list current security options for a nextdns configuration.
List SettingsTool to list settings for a nextdns profile.
Log Client IPsTool to enable or disable logging of client ips for a nextdns configuration.
Toggle Domain LoggingTool to enable or disable logging of domains for a nextdns profile.
NextDNS LoginTool to authenticate to the nextdns api.
Get Monthly QueriesTool to get the number of dns queries made in the current month for a profile.
Remove Blocked TLDTool to remove a top-level domain from the security blocklist for a nextdns profile.
Remove Denylist DomainTool to remove a domain from a profile's denylist.
Rename ConfigurationTool to rename a nextdns configuration (profile).
Set AI Threat DetectionTool to enable or disable ai threat detection for a nextdns configuration.
Toggle Cryptojacking ProtectionTool to enable or disable cryptojacking protection for a nextdns configuration.
Set CSAM BlockingTool to enable or disable blocking of child sexual abuse material domains for a nextdns profile.
Toggle DGA ProtectionTool to enable or disable dga (domain generation algorithm) protection for a nextdns configuration.
Set DNS Rebinding ProtectionTool to enable or disable dns rebinding protection for a nextdns configuration.
Set Homograph ProtectionTool to enable or disable homograph attack protection for a nextdns configuration.
Set Newly Registered DomainsTool to enable or disable blocking of newly registered domains for a nextdns profile.
Toggle Parked Domains BlockingTool to enable or disable blocking of parked domains for a nextdns configuration.
Set Safe BrowsingTool to enable or disable google safe browsing for a nextdns configuration.
Toggle Threat Intelligence FeedsTool to enable or disable real-time threat intelligence feeds for a nextdns configuration.
Toggle Typosquatting ProtectionTool to enable or disable typosquatting protection for a nextdns configuration.
Update linked IPTool to update the linked ip for a nextdns profile.
Update Performance SettingsTool to update performance settings of a nextdns profile.
Update Privacy SettingsTool to update privacy settings for a profile.
Update ProfileTool to update an existing profile.

Conclusion

You've successfully integrated Nextdns with OpenClaw using Composio plugin. Now interact with Nextdns directly from your terminal, Web UI, or any messenger app using natural language commands.

Key benefits of this setup:

  • Seamless integration across TUI, Web UIs, and Messenger apps like Telegram, WhatsApp, Slack, etc.
  • Natural language commands for Nextdns operations
  • Managed authentication through Composio
  • Access to 20,000+ tools across 850+ apps for cross-app workflows
  • Programmatic tool calling for complex tool chaining

Next steps:

  • Try asking OpenClaw to perform various Nextdns operations
  • Explore cross-app workflows by connecting more toolkits like Calendar, Slack, Notion, etc.
  • Build complex automation scripts that leverage OpenClaw's 24/7 running capabilities

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FAQ

What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Nextdns MCP?

With a standalone Nextdns MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Nextdns tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Nextdns and many other apps based on the task at hand, all through a single MCP endpoint.

Can I use Tool Router MCP with OpenClaw?

Yes, you can. OpenClaw fully supports MCP integration. You get structured tool calling, message history handling, and model orchestration while Tool Router takes care of discovering and serving the right Nextdns tools.

Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Nextdns while using Tool Router?

Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Nextdns scopes and actions are allowed when connecting your account to Composio. You can also bring your own OAuth credentials or API configuration so you keep full control over what the agent can do.

How safe is my data with Composio Tool Router?

All sensitive data such as tokens, keys, and configuration is fully encrypted at rest and in transit. Composio is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and follows strict security practices so your Nextdns data and credentials are handled as safely as possible.

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