An MCP server for the Perplexity for use with Claude Code and Claude Desktop, giving you enhanced search and reasoning capabilties.
Overview
what is Perplexity MCP Server?
Perplexity MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed for the Perplexity API, enabling AI assistants to interact with Perplexity's large language models through the Sonar API.
how to use Perplexity MCP Server?
To use the server, install it via Go or clone the repository. Set your Perplexity API key as an environment variable and run the server using the command perplexity-mcp.
key features of Perplexity MCP Server?
- Integration with Perplexity's large language models.
- Tools for engaging in conversations and performing complex reasoning tasks.
- Customizable command line options for model selection.
use cases of Perplexity MCP Server?
- Enabling AI assistants to provide conversational responses using Perplexity's models.
- Performing complex reasoning tasks for various applications.
- Facilitating search-based queries through the Sonar API.
FAQ from Perplexity MCP Server?
- What programming language is used for the server?
The server is written in Go.
- How do I set my API key?
You can set your API key as an environment variable using
export PERPLEXITY_API_KEY=your-api-key-here.
- Can I customize the models used?
Yes! You can specify different models using command line options or environment variables.