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Exa MCP Server

Claude can perform Web Search with Exa

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Overview

Exa MCP Server: Enabling Web Search for Claude AI

Overview

The Exa MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol implementation that enables Claude AI to perform real-time web searches through Exa's AI Search API. This integration bridges the gap between AI assistants and current web information in a secure, controlled manner.

Key Features

  • Seamless Integration: Works directly with Claude Desktop
  • Structured Results: Delivers organized search results with titles, URLs, and content snippets
  • Type-Safe: Built with TypeScript for reliability
  • Smart Caching: Stores search results for future reference
  • Robust Error Handling: Manages API limits and errors gracefully

Target Audience

  • Claude Desktop users
  • Developers integrating AI assistants with web search capabilities
  • Organizations requiring AI solutions with real-time web access

What Makes It Unique

The server leverages the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to create a secure bridge between Claude and external data sources. This allows for natural language web queries while maintaining user control and safety. The implementation is particularly noteworthy for its clean architecture and straightforward setup process.


Requires Node.js v18+, Claude Desktop, and an Exa API key