ddg_search
npxBasicThe ddg_search MCP server enables AI agents to perform web searches using DuckDuckGo and IAsk AI. It provides tools for querying search results, extracting relevant information, and integrating search functionality into applications. The server connects directly to DuckDuckGo's search API and IAsk AI's question-answering system. Developers use it to build applications that require real-time web search capabilities, such as chatbots, virtual assistants, and research tools.
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Overview
The ddg_search MCP server enables AI agents to perform web searches using DuckDuckGo and IAsk AI. It provides tools for querying search results, extracting relevant information, and integrating search functionality into applications. The server connects directly to DuckDuckGo's search API and IAsk AI's question-answering system. Developers use it to build applications that require real-time web search capabilities, such as chatbots, virtual assistants, and research tools.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y @oevortex/ddg_search2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"oevortex-ddgsearch-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @oevortex/ddg_search"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from ddg_search?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for ddg_search
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from ddg_search. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DDG_SEARCH_API_KEY | Yes | Your ddg_search API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in ddg_search?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in ddg_search"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in ddg_search with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with ddg_search
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