Pixabay MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Pixabay in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add pixabay -e PIXABAY_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @hanoak/pixabay-mcp-server

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pixabay": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@hanoak/pixabay-mcp-server"
      ],
      "env": {
        "PIXABAY_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Pixabay MCP server do?

Unofficial MCP server for the Pixabay API: search and fetch royalty-free images and videos.

Is the Pixabay 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 Pixabay run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Pixabay to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add pixabay -e PIXABAY_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @hanoak/pixabay-mcp-server

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