Importly MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Importly in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add importly -e IMPORTLY_API_KEY=... -- npx -y importly-mcp

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

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Importly MCP server do?

Download, transcribe, and get metadata for any video/audio URL. Managed yt-dlp + speech-to-text.

Is the Importly 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 Importly run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Importly to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add importly -e IMPORTLY_API_KEY=... -- npx -y importly-mcp

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