PodcastsToText MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install PodcastsToText in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http podcaststotext https://podcaststotext.com/api/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "podcaststotext": {
      "url": "https://podcaststotext.com/api/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the PodcastsToText MCP server do?

Transcribe Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and TikTok links, then make show notes, chapters and translations.

Is the PodcastsToText 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 PodcastsToText run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add PodcastsToText to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http podcaststotext https://podcaststotext.com/api/mcp

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