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enable API access

  • April 25, 2026
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Ayshan

 I am trying to use the Figma MCP server with Claude Code but getting access denied errors.

what should I do?

 

 

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Tom Reem
Figmate
  • Figmate
  • April 26, 2026

Hi ​@Ayshan, welcome to Figma Forum, and thanks for reaching out.

There are a few things that could be causing this — let's work through them. Please check the following and let me know how it goes:

  1. Server type: Are you using the remote or desktop MCP server? This matters because the remote server is available on all plans, while the desktop server requires a Dev or Full seat on a paid plan. More details here: Guide to the Figma MCP server.
  2. Permissions: Make sure the account you're using belongs to the same plan as the file you're trying to access.
  3. File link: Confirm the link you're passing is a valid Figma Design, FigJam, or Figma Make file.
  4. Restart your session: If you've already registered the MCP server, try restarting your Claude Code session.

If none of that resolves it, please reply here with the server type you're using, your plan and seat type, and the specific error message you're seeing. For reference, here are the setup guides for Claude Code:

With that, I'll be able to either point you in the right direction or escalate for a deeper look.