perplexity mcp
pipStandardThe Perplexity MCP server provides AI agents with web search functionality via Perplexity AI's API. It exposes search capabilities, allowing agents to query the web and retrieve relevant information. The server connects directly to Perplexity AI's API, enabling developers to integrate web search into their applications. Useful for developers building AI agents that require real-time web search capabilities.
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Overview
The Perplexity MCP server provides AI agents with web search functionality via Perplexity AI's API. It exposes search capabilities, allowing agents to query the web and retrieve relevant information. The server connects directly to Perplexity AI's API, enabling developers to integrate web search into their applications. Useful for developers building AI agents that require real-time web search capabilities.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install perplexity-mcp2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"jsonallen-perplexity-mcp-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install perplexity-mcp"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from perplexity mcp?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for perplexity mcp
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from perplexity mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| PERPLEXITY_MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your perplexity mcp API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in perplexity mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in perplexity mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in perplexity mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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