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BensPDF MCP server

benbergner/BensPDF

Read PDFs locally: text, pages, metadata, scan detection, layout, permissions, render, OCR.

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Install BensPDF in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add benspdf -- uvx benspdf-mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "benspdf": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "benspdf-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the BensPDF MCP server do?

Read PDFs locally: text, pages, metadata, scan detection, layout, permissions, render, OCR.

Is the BensPDF MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does BensPDF run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add BensPDF to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add benspdf -- uvx benspdf-mcp

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