web-retrieval MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install web-retrieval in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add web-retrieval -e EXA_API_KEY=... -e FIRECRAWL_API_KEY=... -- uvx web-retrieval-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "web-retrieval": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "web-retrieval-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "EXA_API_KEY": "...",
        "FIRECRAWL_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the web-retrieval MCP server do?

MCP web search + tiered web fetch for AI agents (Exa, Firecrawl), SSRF-guarded, cross-platform.

Is the web-retrieval 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 web-retrieval run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add web-retrieval to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add web-retrieval -e EXA_API_KEY=... -e FIRECRAWL_API_KEY=... -- uvx web-retrieval-mcp

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