Zoteus MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Zoteus in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http zoteus https://mcp.zoteus.com/mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "zoteus": {
      "url": "https://mcp.zoteus.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add zoteus -- npx -y @oscardvs/zoteus

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "zoteus": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@oscardvs/zoteus"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Zoteus MCP server do?

Zotero integration: hybrid search, PDF passages with page locators, CSL bibliographies, add by DOI, group libraries and writes including PDF annotations.

Is the Zoteus 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 Zoteus run locally or remotely?

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

How do I add Zoteus to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http zoteus https://mcp.zoteus.com/mcp

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