Stability AI MCP Server
@tadasant
About Stability AI MCP Server
MCP Server integrating MCP Clients with Stability AI-powered image manipulation functionalities: generate, edit, upscale, and more.
Config
Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-server-stability-ai": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"@smithery/cli",
"install",
"mcp-server-stability-ai",
"--client",
"claude"
]
}
}
}Tools
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Overview
What is Stability AI MCP Server?
Stability AI MCP Server is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that integrates MCP clients like Claude Desktop with Stability AI's Stable Diffusion image manipulation APIs. It allows users to generate, edit, upscale, and manipulate images using tools powered by Stability AI's hosted REST API. Users need a Stability AI API key (free tier available) to get started.
How to use Stability AI MCP Server?
Install the server via npm or configure it in your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) by setting the STABILITY_AI_API_KEY environment variable and optionally IMAGE_STORAGE_DIRECTORY. Invoke tools like generate-image, remove-background, or upscale-fast by describing the desired action in natural language through the client. All generated images are saved automatically to the configured local directory.
Key features of Stability AI MCP Server
- Generate images from text prompts with sensible defaults
- Remove backgrounds, outpainting, and search-and-replace objects
- Upscale images by 4x or up to 4K quality
- Translate sketches into production-grade images
- Control image generation by style or structure references
- Automatic metadata logging for request tracking
Use cases of Stability AI MCP Server
- Quickly generate high-quality images for design or content creation
- Edit product photos by removing backgrounds or replacing elements
- Uncropping or extending images for social media or printing
- Transform rough sketches into polished illustrations
- Apply a consistent artistic style across multiple images
FAQ from Stability AI MCP Server
What do I need to use this server?
You need a Stability AI API key (obtainable at platform.stability.ai) and an MCP client like Claude Desktop. Optionally set an image storage directory; the default is a temporary folder.
How much does each image generation cost?
Generating an image with the Core model costs 3 credits ($0.03 at $0.01/credit). Upscaling starts at $0.01, and more advanced tools range from $0.02 to $0.25 per operation. Pricing is pay-as-you-go.
Where are generated images saved?
All processed images are saved to the IMAGE_STORAGE_DIRECTORY (default: /tmp/tadasant-mcp-server-stability-ai on macOS/Linux or equivalent on Windows). They are also made available as resources in the MCP client.
Is this server officially affiliated with Stability AI?
No, this project is NOT officially affiliated with Stability AI.
Can I use this server with other MCP clients besides Claude Desktop?
It is built and tested on macOS with Claude Desktop, but it should work with other MCP clients as well.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to use this server?
You need a Stability AI API key (obtainable at platform.stability.ai) and an MCP client like Claude Desktop. Optionally set an image storage directory; the default is a temporary folder.
How much does each image generation cost?
Generating an image with the Core model costs 3 credits ($0.03 at $0.01/credit). Upscaling starts at $0.01, and more advanced tools range from $0.02 to $0.25 per operation. Pricing is pay-as-you-go.
Where are generated images saved?
All processed images are saved to the `IMAGE_STORAGE_DIRECTORY` (default: `/tmp/tadasant-mcp-server-stability-ai` on macOS/Linux or equivalent on Windows). They are also made available as resources in the MCP client.
Is this server officially affiliated with Stability AI?
No, this project is NOT officially affiliated with Stability AI.
Can I use this server with other MCP clients besides Claude Desktop?
It is built and tested on macOS with Claude Desktop, but it should work with other MCP clients as well.
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