Perplexity

by perplexityai · Web & Browser · mcp-server, api

Connector for the Perplexity API, to enable web search without leaving the MCP ecosystem.

An MCP server implementation that integrates the Sonar API to provide Claude with unparalleled real-time, web-wide research.

Source: https://github.com/perplexityai/modelcontextprotocol

Install

git clone https://github.com/perplexityai/modelcontextprotocol

Tags: mcp-server, api

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Perplexity?

Add the install command above to your Claude Code, Cursor, or Windsurf MCP configuration. Most servers register via npx, a local command, or a Docker image. Refer to the source repository for environment variables and credential requirements.

Which clients support Perplexity?

Any MCP-compatible client works: Claude Desktop, Claude Code CLI, Cursor, Windsurf, Zed, and VS Code with the official MCP extension. OpenAI Codex and GitHub Copilot increasingly support MCP via adapter bridges.

Is Perplexity free?

The server itself is typically open source. Any upstream service (API keys, paid tiers, hosted infrastructure) may have its own pricing. Check the source repository for details.