YouTube Transcripts (via Apify) MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install YouTube Transcripts (via Apify) in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http youtube-transcripts-via-apify https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=automationnation/youtube-transcript-scraper

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youtube-transcripts-via-apify": {
      "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=automationnation/youtube-transcript-scraper"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the YouTube Transcripts (via Apify) MCP server do?

YouTube transcripts for AI agents: text and timestamps for any video, channel or playlist.

Is the YouTube Transcripts (via Apify) 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 YouTube Transcripts (via Apify) run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add YouTube Transcripts (via Apify) to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http youtube-transcripts-via-apify https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=automationnation/youtube-transcript-scraper

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