Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server

What is this MCP

This is a Model Context Protocol server that enables LLMs to perform web searches using Google's Custom Search Engine (CSE) API. It returns search results (titles, links, and snippets) without fetching the actual content.

How to use this MCP

Configure the server with your Google CSE API key and engine ID, then integrate it with an LLM system like Claude. The server provides a google_search tool that accepts search terms and returns results. It can be chained with other MCP servers for content extraction.

What this MCP can be used for

Enhancing LLMs with web search capabilities, enabling fact-checking, research assistance, and up-to-date information retrieval. The 100 free daily searches make it suitable for lightweight applications without billing setup.