exa
npxVerifiedThe Exa MCP server connects AI agents to Exa's search and crawling capabilities. It provides tools for web and code exploration, integrating with Exa's search APIs. Developers use it to build AI assistants that can search the web and retrieve code snippets.
3,7582800Updated 2 weeks ago
Overview
The Exa MCP server connects AI agents to Exa's search and crawling capabilities. It provides tools for web and code exploration, integrating with Exa's search APIs. Developers use it to build AI assistants that can search the web and retrieve code snippets.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y exa-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"exa-labs-exa-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y exa-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from exa?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for exa
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from exa. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| EXA_API_KEY | Yes | Your exa API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in exa?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in exa"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in exa with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with exa
Related skills
Browse all skillsNeed help with MCP integration?
We build custom MCP integrations for B2B companies. From simple connections to complex multi-tool setups.