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youtube-mcp-server

MCP Server for YouTube API, enabling video management, Shorts creation, and advanced analytics.

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YouTubeAPIMCP

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server implementation for YouTube, enabling AI language models to interact with YouTube content through a standardized interface. The server currently exposes 10 MCP tools for various functionalities including video retrieval, channel information, and transcript access.

Compatible with

Claude DesktopCursor

Install

Claude Desktop

Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youtube-mcp-server-2": {
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@modelcontextprotocol/server-youtube-mcp-server-2"
      ],
      "command": "npx"
    }
  }
}

Config File Location

Mac: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

Windows: %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json

Linux: ~/.config/claude/claude_desktop_config.json

Some servers require additional setup - check the GitHub README for specific instructions.

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