Cryptocompare MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Cryptocompare in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http cryptocompare https://gateway.pipeworx.io/cryptocompare/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cryptocompare": {
      "url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/cryptocompare/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add cryptocompare -- npx -y @pipeworx/mcp-cryptocompare

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cryptocompare": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pipeworx/mcp-cryptocompare"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Cryptocompare MCP server do?

CoinDesk Data (formerly CryptoCompare / CCData) MCP.

Is the Cryptocompare 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 Cryptocompare run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Cryptocompare to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http cryptocompare https://gateway.pipeworx.io/cryptocompare/mcp

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