Perplexity Agent MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Perplexity Agent in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add perplexity-agent -e PERPLEXITY_API_KEY=... -- uvx perplexity-agent-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "perplexity-agent": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "perplexity-agent-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "PERPLEXITY_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Perplexity Agent MCP server do?

Multi-step web research with citations via Perplexity's Agent API. Standard library only.

Is the Perplexity Agent 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 Perplexity Agent run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Perplexity Agent to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add perplexity-agent -e PERPLEXITY_API_KEY=... -- uvx perplexity-agent-mcp

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