Exa MCP Server

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The Exa MCP Server allows AI assistants like Claude to use the Exa AI Search API for web searches. This enables AI models to access real-time web information in a safe and controlled manner.

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What is Exa MCP Server?

The Exa MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server that connects AI assistants (like Claude) to the Exa AI Search API, enabling them to perform web searches and retrieve structured results.

How to use Exa MCP Server?

To use the server, you need to install Node.js, Claude Desktop, and obtain an Exa API key. After cloning the repository and installing dependencies, configure Claude Desktop to recognize the Exa MCP server by updating the claude_desktop_config.json file with the server's command and API key. Restart Claude Desktop to activate the connection.

Key features of Exa MCP Server

Web Search Tool
Error Handling
Type Safety
Structured Search Results

Use cases of Exa MCP Server

Enabling Claude to search for recent developments in a specific field.
Allowing Claude to summarize the latest news on a particular topic.
Helping Claude find and analyze research papers.
Providing AI assistants with real-time web information for improved accuracy and context.

FAQ from Exa MCP Server

What is MCP?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a system that lets AI apps connect to external tools and data sources in a clear and safe way.

What do I do if the server is not found?

Verify the npm link is correctly set up, check Claude Desktop configuration syntax, and ensure Node.js is properly installed.

What if I have API key issues?

Confirm your Exa API key is valid, check the API key is correctly set in the Claude Desktop config, and verify no spaces or quotes around the API key.

What if I have connection issues?

Restart Claude Desktop completely and check Claude Desktop logs for errors.

Where can I find more information about MCP?

Review the MCP Documentation at https://modelcontextprotocol.io