pdfs.build MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install pdfs.build in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http pdfs-build https://backend.pdfs.build/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pdfs-build": {
      "url": "https://backend.pdfs.build/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the pdfs.build MCP server do?

Design, publish and render PDF templates with Typst. Full template lifecycle over MCP.

Is the pdfs.build 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 pdfs.build run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add pdfs.build to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http pdfs-build https://backend.pdfs.build/mcp

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