HikerAPI MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install HikerAPI in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add hikerapi -e HIKERAPI_KEY=... -- npx -y hikerapi-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hikerapi": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "hikerapi-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "HIKERAPI_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the HikerAPI MCP server do?

Instagram data via HikerAPI: profiles, posts, reels, stories, comments, hashtags, locations.

Is the HikerAPI MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does HikerAPI run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add HikerAPI to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add hikerapi -e HIKERAPI_KEY=... -- npx -y hikerapi-mcp

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