ahrefs
npxStandardThe Ahrefs MCP server provides access to Ahrefs' SEO tools, including backlink analysis, keyword research, and site audits. It connects directly to Ahrefs' API, allowing AI agents to fetch and analyze SEO data. Developers use it to build AI assistants that can perform SEO tasks, generate reports, and make data-driven recommendations.
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Overview
The Ahrefs MCP server provides access to Ahrefs' SEO tools, including backlink analysis, keyword research, and site audits. It connects directly to Ahrefs' API, allowing AI agents to fetch and analyze SEO data. Developers use it to build AI assistants that can perform SEO tasks, generate reports, and make data-driven recommendations.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @ahrefs/mcp2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"ahrefs-ahrefs-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @ahrefs/mcp"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from ahrefs?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for ahrefs
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from ahrefs. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| AHREFS_API_KEY | Yes | Your ahrefs API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in ahrefs?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in ahrefs"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in ahrefs with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with ahrefs
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