Pexels MCP Server
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A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides access to the Pexels API. It allows AI models to search for and retrieve photos, videos, and collections from Pexels.
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What is Pexels MCP Server?
This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that acts as an interface to the Pexels API. It enables AI models to programmatically access and utilize Pexels' vast library of photos and videos.
How to use Pexels MCP Server?
To use this server, you need a Pexels API key. You can either deploy it to Smithery or run it locally following the instructions in the README. Once deployed, AI models can use the provided tools (searchPhotos, downloadPhoto, searchVideos, etc.) and URI resources to interact with the Pexels API.
Key features of Pexels MCP Server
Search for photos and videos by query, orientation, size, and color
Access curated and popular content from Pexels
Browse Pexels collections
Get detailed information about specific photos and videos
Access content via tools or direct URI resources
Use cases of Pexels MCP Server
AI model training with visual data
Content generation for marketing materials
Image and video search for AI-powered applications
Automated media retrieval for research projects
FAQ from Pexels MCP Server
What is a Pexels API key and how do I get one?
What is a Pexels API key and how do I get one?
A Pexels API key is required to access the Pexels API. You can obtain one for free by signing up at https://www.pexels.com/api/.
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
MCP is a protocol that facilitates communication between AI models and external data sources or tools. This server implements MCP to provide access to the Pexels API.
How do I handle attribution when using Pexels content?
How do I handle attribution when using Pexels content?
You must follow Pexels' attribution requirements, which include showing a prominent link to Pexels and crediting photographers.
What happens if I exceed the Pexels API rate limit?
What happens if I exceed the Pexels API rate limit?
The server attempts to provide informative error messages when rate limits are exceeded. Successful responses also include the current Pexels API rate limit status.
What image sizes are available for download?
What image sizes are available for download?
The downloadPhoto tool supports the following sizes: 'original', 'large2x', 'large', 'medium', 'small', 'portrait', 'landscape', 'tiny'.