youtube data
npxStandardThe YouTube Data MCP server exposes the YouTube Data API to AI agents. It provides tools for searching, retrieving, and managing YouTube videos, channels, and playlists. It connects directly to YouTube's API, allowing agents to fetch video metadata, upload videos, and manage playlists. Developers use it to build AI applications that interact with YouTube content, such as video analysis tools or content management systems.
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Overview
The YouTube Data MCP server exposes the YouTube Data API to AI agents. It provides tools for searching, retrieving, and managing YouTube videos, channels, and playlists. It connects directly to YouTube's API, allowing agents to fetch video metadata, upload videos, and manage playlists. Developers use it to build AI applications that interact with YouTube content, such as video analysis tools or content management systems.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y youtube-data-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"icraft2170-youtube-data-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y youtube-data-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from youtube data?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for youtube data
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from youtube data. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| YOUTUBE_DATA_API_KEY | Yes | Your youtube data API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in youtube data?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in youtube data"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in youtube data with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with youtube data
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