Gemini MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Gemini in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add houtini-ai-gemini -e GEMINI_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @houtini/gemini-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "houtini-ai-gemini": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@houtini/gemini-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "GEMINI_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Gemini MCP server do?

Model Context Protocol server for Google Gemini AI with chat, research, and grounding

Is the Gemini 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 Gemini run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Gemini to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add houtini-ai-gemini -e GEMINI_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @houtini/gemini-mcp

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