An MCP server for cursor to retrieve YouTube video captions without requiring an API key.
Overview
What is YouTube Caption MCP Server?
YouTube Caption MCP Server is a tool that allows users to retrieve YouTube video captions without needing an API key, utilizing the youtube-js library to access YouTube's internal API.
How to use YouTube Caption MCP Server?
To use the server, install it via NPM or build it from source, then configure it in your Cursor settings to enable caption retrieval for YouTube videos.
Key features of YouTube Caption MCP Server?
- No API Key Required: Access YouTube's internal API without an API key.
- Multilingual Support: Automatically detects and retrieves available caption languages.
- Format Conversion: Outputs captions in Raw, SRT, and VTT formats.
- Caching: In-memory caching for improved performance.
- Claude Integration: Seamless integration via MCP protocol.
Use cases of YouTube Caption MCP Server?
- Retrieving captions for educational videos.
- Downloading subtitles for video content in various formats.
- Searching for videos with specific caption languages.
FAQ from YouTube Caption MCP Server?
- Can I use this tool without an API key?
Yes! This tool is designed to work without requiring an API key.
- What formats can I download captions in?
You can download captions in Raw, SRT, and VTT formats.
- Is there support for multiple languages?
Yes! The server automatically detects and retrieves available caption languages.