TakeHome API MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install TakeHome API in Claude Code

Claude Code

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

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "takehome-api": {
      "url": "https://api.takehomeapi.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the TakeHome API MCP server do?

Verified UK take-home pay: income tax, NI, student loans, pensions, with GOV.UK sources.

Is the TakeHome API 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 TakeHome API run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add TakeHome API to Claude Code?

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

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