SerpApi MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install SerpApi in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http serpapi https://mcp.serpapi.com/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "serpapi": {
      "url": "https://mcp.serpapi.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the SerpApi MCP server do?

Search results from Google, Bing, Yahoo, DuckDuckGo, YouTube, eBay and more via SerpApi, plus real-time weather and stock market data.

Is the SerpApi 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 SerpApi run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add SerpApi to Claude Code?

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

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