Exa
MCP server for AI web searches via Exa API. Exa is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by exa-labs. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 6 tools, including web_search, research_paper_search, twitter_search, company_research, crawling and competitor_finder, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/Assistant, Tool/Search and API/Exa.
What is this MCP
The Exa MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol implementation that enables AI assistants like Claude to perform web searches using Exa's AI Search API. It provides a secure bridge between AI models and real-time web data.
How to use this MCP
Install via npm or Smithery, configure with your Exa API key, and integrate with Claude Desktop through the config file. The server offers multiple search tools (web, research papers, Twitter, etc.) that can be selectively enabled.
What this MCP can be used for
This MCP enables AI assistants to access fresh web content for research, news analysis, academic paper discovery, company research, and competitor analysis while maintaining user control and safety.
AIMCP authority
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Exa MCP server?
Exa is a Model Context Protocol server from exa-labs. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect Exa to my AI client?
Add Exa to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does Exa provide?
Exa provides 6 tools: web_search, research_paper_search, twitter_search, company_research, crawling and competitor_finder.
Is Exa free to use?
Exa is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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