upAPI MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install upAPI in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

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

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

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

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add upapi -e UPAPI_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @upapi/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "upapi": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@upapi/mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "UPAPI_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the upAPI MCP server do?

All public upAPI operations as MCP tools: web scraping, search, screenshots, PDF, OCR and more.

Is the upAPI 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 upAPI run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add upAPI to Claude Code?

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

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