yt MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install yt in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add yt -- docker run -i --rm ghcr.io/arasandev/yt:0.1.1

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "yt": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "ghcr.io/arasandev/yt:0.1.1"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the yt MCP server do?

YouTube transcripts, transcript search, and channel monitoring for agents.

Is the yt 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 yt run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add yt to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add yt -- docker run -i --rm ghcr.io/arasandev/yt:0.1.1

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