Ffmpeg MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Ffmpeg in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add pedromarianoalmeida-ffmpeg -- npx -y ffmpeg-mcp-server

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pedromarianoalmeida-ffmpeg": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "ffmpeg-mcp-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Ffmpeg MCP server do?

FFmpeg video/audio tools: cut, convert, concat, remove silence, and raw commands.

Is the Ffmpeg 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 Ffmpeg run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Ffmpeg to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add pedromarianoalmeida-ffmpeg -- npx -y ffmpeg-mcp-server

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