TranscriptAPI MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install TranscriptAPI in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http transcriptapi https://api.transcriptapi.io/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "transcriptapi": {
      "url": "https://api.transcriptapi.io/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add transcriptapi -e TRANSCRIPTAPI_KEY=... -- npx -y transcriptapi-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "transcriptapi": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "transcriptapi-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "TRANSCRIPTAPI_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the TranscriptAPI MCP server do?

YouTube transcripts with timestamps, plus video search, channel uploads and playlists. Calls need a free API key.

Is the TranscriptAPI MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does TranscriptAPI run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add TranscriptAPI to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http transcriptapi https://api.transcriptapi.io/mcp

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