# Pinecone CLI

> pc CLI for all index types. False-fires on generic pc/redis-cli

**Subcategory:** Pinecone  
**License:** MIT  
**Source:** https://github.com/pinecone-io/skills/blob/main/skills/pinecone-cli/SKILL.md

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## When it is useful

Use the Pinecone pc CLI for all index types (standard, integrated, sparse), batch ops, backups, namespaces, CI/CD. Unlike MCP which is integrated-indexes only. False-fires on generic pc or redis-cli already in PATH.

## The Catch

pc CLI for all index types. False-fires on generic pc/redis-cli in PATH. Distinct from pinecone-query (MCP integrated-only). Starter Free caps still apply.