PDF MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install PDF in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http shippdf-pdf https://mcp.shippdf.com/

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shippdf-pdf": {
      "url": "https://mcp.shippdf.com/"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the PDF MCP server do?

Author PDF templates and generate documents from them.

Is the PDF 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 PDF run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add PDF to Claude Code?

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

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