NameStation for Codex
OpenAI's coding agent installs NameStation as a plugin, in the CLI, the app, and the IDE extension.
Codex supports remote MCP servers with OAuth, so one command adds NameStation and a browser sign-in finishes the setup. Ask for names from the terminal and get domains that are checked live.
Set it up
Codex
OpenAI's coding agent installs NameStation as a plugin, in the CLI, the app, and the IDE extension.
- 1Run the plugin command below, open /plugins in Codex, and install NameStation. It adds the server and the naming skill.
- 2Codex asks you to sign in to NameStation when you install. Approve the access in your browser.
- 3To add only the server, run the server commands below instead.
- 4Ask Codex for names.
Plugin
codex plugin marketplace add namestation/pluginsServer only
codex mcp add namestation --url https://api.namestation.com/mcp
codex mcp login namestationServer URL
One address for every app. Sign-in happens on namestation.com.
https://api.namestation.com/mcpWhat to ask
“Find 10 one-word .com names for a cozy coffee shop in Portland.”
find_available_domains
“Is brightnest.com taken? Check .io and .co too.”
check_domains
“Screen Lumora, Brightnest, and Kindling for trademark conflicts.”
check_trademarks
“More like Brightnest, but shorter. Skip anything you already showed me.”
find_available_domains
“Save my three favorites to a list I can send to my cofounder.”
save_name_list
“How many searches do I have left this month?”
get_account
Questions
Does Codex check if the domains are available?
Yes. NameStation checks every domain live against registry data before Codex shows it, so a name marked available can be registered now. Names that could not be checked are labeled unchecked.
How much does NameStation cost in Codex?
NameStation needs a paid plan or the free 3-day trial. Searches cost the same as on namestation.com: 10 credits to generate names or find available domains. Checking domains, screening trademarks, and saving lists do not use credits. You can set a monthly credit cap for each app or key.
Do I need an API key to use NameStation in Codex?
No. Codex signs in to NameStation with OAuth and you approve the access on namestation.com. API keys are only for bots, scripts, and automations.
Which tools are included?
Find available domains, generate name ideas, check domains in bulk, screen names against USPTO and EUIPO trademarks, save shareable name lists, and read your plan and credit balance.
Bring NameStation into Codex
Find names you can actually register, without leaving the app you work in.