exa-mcp
by egoist
exa-mcp is an MCP server designed for the Exa Search API. It allows you to easily integrate and utilize Exa's search capabilities within your applications.
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What is exa-mcp?
exa-mcp is an MCP (Meta-Control Protocol) server that acts as an interface for the Exa Search API. It enables you to query and retrieve search results from Exa's knowledge base.
How to use exa-mcp?
To use exa-mcp, you need an API key from Exa. You can configure the server manually via command line using npx -y exa-mcp or npx -y exa-mcp --sse for SSE server. Alternatively, you can configure it using a JSON configuration file, specifying the command, arguments, and environment variables, including your EXA_API_KEY.
Key features of exa-mcp
MCP Server
Exa Search API Integration
stdio server support
SSE server support
JSON configuration
Use cases of exa-mcp
Integrating Exa Search into LLM chatbots
Building search-powered applications
Creating custom search interfaces
Automating search workflows
FAQ from exa-mcp
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Meta-Control Protocol. It's a protocol for managing and controlling other services.
How do I get an Exa API key?
How do I get an Exa API key?
You can obtain an API key from the Exa dashboard at dashboard.exa.ai/api-keys.
What is the difference between stdio and SSE server?
What is the difference between stdio and SSE server?
stdio server uses standard input/output for communication, while SSE (Server-Sent Events) server uses a persistent HTTP connection for real-time updates.
Can I use exa-mcp with other programming languages?
Can I use exa-mcp with other programming languages?
Yes, as long as you can send requests to the MCP server using the appropriate protocol.
Is exa-mcp open-source?
Is exa-mcp open-source?
Yes, exa-mcp is licensed under the MIT license.