Skim402 MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Skim402 in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http skim402 https://skim402.com/api/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "skim402": {
      "url": "https://skim402.com/api/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add skim402 -- npx -y skim-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "skim402": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "skim-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Skim402 MCP server do?

Convert any URL into clean Markdown with structured metadata (title, byline, published date, language), paid per use via x402.

Is the Skim402 MCP server free?

Probably not entirely. The listing mentions pay-per-call, credits or a subscription. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Skim402 run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Skim402 to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http skim402 https://skim402.com/api/mcp

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