Pexels MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Pexels in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add mrfentmen-pexels -- npx -y @mrfentmen/pexels-mcp

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

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

Frequently asked questions

What does the Pexels MCP server do?

Search free stock photos on Pexels. No key required.

Is the Pexels 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 Pexels run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Pexels to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add mrfentmen-pexels -- npx -y @mrfentmen/pexels-mcp

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