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.