beginner⏱️ 18-28 minutes📅 Updated June 2026

Step-by-step guide to integrate Algorand MCP server with oterm. Includes account_info and create_transaction.

Algorand + oterm: Complete MCP Integration

Algorand is a MCP server that A comprehensive MCP server for tooling interactions (40+) and resource accessibility (60+) plus many useful prompts for interacting with the Algorand blockchain..

When integrated with oterm, you can:

  • Get account information and balance
  • Create and sign Algorand transactions
  • Create, configure, and transfer Algorand Standard Assets

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Algorand in oterm, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

  • Algorand will be fully integrated and operational
  • You can use Algorand tools directly in oterm
  • All Algorand capabilities will be available for your workflows
  • Access to 6 different tools

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • Algorand testnet API endpoint
  • oterm installed and configured
  • Compatible operating system (CLI (Terminal))

Installation

Step 1: Install Algorand

Configuration

Step 2: Configure oterm

  1. Open oterm settings
  2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
  3. Add Algorand server with appropriate settings
  4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use Algorand in oterm:

DeFi Portfolio Management

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Ask oterm: "Check my LP positions and claim rewards"

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NFT and Asset Trading

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Ask oterm: "Create NFT collection and list for sale"

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Governance Participation

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Ask oterm: "Check governance proposals and cast votes"

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Testing Your Setup

  1. Launch oterm
  2. Verify Algorand is available in the tools list
  3. Test basic Algorand functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Connection Refused

Symptoms: Failed to connect to Ollama

Cause: Ollama service is not running

Solution:

  • Start Ollama with ollama serve
  • Check if Ollama is running on the default port (11434)

Tool Not Found

Symptoms: Model does not use the tool, Tool execution failed

Cause: MCP server not configured correctly or crashed

Solution:

  • Check the config.json for syntax errors
  • Verify the MCP server command works independently in the terminal
  • Ensure the model supports tool calling (e.g., llama3.1)

Algorand not appearing in oterm

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

  • Verify configuration syntax
  • Check Algorand installation
  • Restart oterm
  • Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that Algorand is integrated with oterm:

  • Explore all Algorand capabilities through oterm
  • Check out other MCP servers that work with oterm
  • Join the MCP community for tips and support
  • Consider contributing to Algorand development

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Algorand + oterm: MCP Setup Guide (2026)