PDF to Markdown MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install PDF to Markdown in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http pdfmd-pdf-to-markdown https://pdfmd.dev/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pdfmd-pdf-to-markdown": {
      "url": "https://pdfmd.dev/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the PDF to Markdown MCP server do?

Convert public PDF links into Markdown with page counts and explicit excerpt limits.

Is the PDF to Markdown 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 PDF to Markdown run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add PDF to Markdown to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http pdfmd-pdf-to-markdown https://pdfmd.dev/mcp

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