perplexity
npxStandardA Perplexity API MCP server that unlocks Perplexity's search-augmented AI capabilities for LLM agents. Features robust error handling, secure input validation, and transparent reasoning with the showThinking parameter.
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Overview
A Perplexity API MCP server that unlocks Perplexity's search-augmented AI capabilities for LLM agents. Features robust error handling, secure input validation, and transparent reasoning with the showThinking parameter.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y perplexity-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"cyanheads-perplexity-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y perplexity-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from perplexity?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for perplexity
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from perplexity. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| PERPLEXITY_API_KEY | Yes | Your perplexity API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in perplexity?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in perplexity"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in perplexity with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with perplexity
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