YouTube MCP Server

what is YouTube MCP Server?

YouTube MCP Server is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that allows users to upload videos to YouTube through Claude Desktop or any MCP-compatible client.

how to use YouTube MCP Server?

To use the YouTube MCP Server, set up the server with your Google Cloud credentials, configure it in Claude Desktop, and use the provided tools to upload videos.

key features of YouTube MCP Server?

• 📹 Upload Videos: Upload video files to YouTube with customizable metadata.
• 🔐 OAuth2 Authentication: Secure authentication with YouTube API.
• 📊 Quota Checking: Monitor your YouTube API usage.
• 📝 Category Listing: Browse available video categories.
• 🔧 Easy Setup: Built-in credential configuration tool.

use cases of YouTube MCP Server?

1. Uploading video content for YouTube channels.
2. Managing video metadata and categories efficiently.
3. Monitoring API usage to avoid quota limits.

FAQ from YouTube MCP Server?

• What are the prerequisites for using the server?

You need Python 3.10 or higher, a Google Cloud Project with YouTube Data API v3 enabled, and OAuth2 credentials from Google Cloud Console.

• How do I authenticate with YouTube?

Use the setup_youtube_auth tool with your OAuth2 credentials to authenticate your YouTube account.

• What happens if I exceed my API quota?

You will need to wait 24 hours for your quota to reset.