What is Coincap MCP?
Coincap MCP is a server that provides access to cryptocurrency data from the Coincap API. It allows users to retrieve information such as prices, market capitalization, and lists of available crypto assets.
How to use Coincap MCP?
To use Coincap MCP, you need to configure your Claude Desktop application with the provided configuration snippet in your claude_desktop_config.json file. Alternatively, you can install it via Smithery using the provided npx command. Ensure you have Node.js 18+ and npx installed. After installation, launch Claude Desktop and use the sample prompts to query crypto information.
Key features of Coincap MCP
Access to Coincap API
No API key required
Bitcoin Price Tool
Get Crypto Price Tool
List Assets Tool
Use cases of Coincap MCP
Fetching real-time crypto prices
Determining market capitalization of cryptocurrencies
Listing available crypto assets
Integrating crypto data into Claude Desktop
Building crypto-related applications
FAQ from Coincap MCP
What is Coincap MCP?
What is Coincap MCP?
Coincap MCP is a server that allows you to query crypto information from Coincap's public API.
Do I need an API key to use Coincap MCP?
Do I need an API key to use Coincap MCP?
No, Coincap MCP does not require any API keys or registration.
What are the prerequisites for using Coincap MCP?
What are the prerequisites for using Coincap MCP?
You need Node.js 18+ and npx installed on your system.
How do I install Coincap MCP?
How do I install Coincap MCP?
You can install it by adding the configuration to your Claude Desktop config file or via Smithery using the provided npx command.
What kind of information can I retrieve using Coincap MCP?
What kind of information can I retrieve using Coincap MCP?
You can retrieve information such as crypto prices, market capitalization, and lists of available crypto assets.