NotebookLM MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install NotebookLM in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http mcp-dir-notebooklm https://api.mcp.ai/p_notebooklm

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-dir-notebooklm": {
      "url": "https://api.mcp.ai/p_notebooklm"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the NotebookLM MCP server do?

Google NotebookLM via natural language: create notebooks, add sources (PDF, URL, YouTube) and ask gr

Is the NotebookLM 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 NotebookLM run locally or remotely?

Remote. Hosted by the provider. You connect with a URL, nothing to install.

How do I add NotebookLM to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http mcp-dir-notebooklm https://api.mcp.ai/p_notebooklm

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