πΈ Smart Photo Journal MCP Server
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About πΈ Smart Photo Journal MCP Server
MCP server designed to help you search and analyze your photo library (iCloud)
Config
Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.
{
"mcpServers": {
"memory-journal-mcp-server": {
"command": "uv",
"args": [
"sync"
]
}
}
}Tools
4Find photos taken in a specific location.
Search for photos by labels or keywords.
Find photos containing specific people.
Analyze patterns in your photo library, such as the most common times or days for photo shoots.
Overview
What is Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
Smart Photo Journal is an MCP server that helps you search and analyze your macOS Photos library using location, label, and people search, plus photo analysis. It is designed for anyone who wants to quickly find and understand their personal photo collection.
How to use Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
Clone the repository, install dependencies with uv sync, configure the MCP server in claude_desktop_config.json, and start the server with uv run server.py. Authorize the popup to allow access to your Photos library.
Key features of Smart Photo Journal MCP Server
- Location search for photos from a specific place.
- Label search for keywords like "Birthday" or "Vacation".
- People search to find photos of specific individuals.
- Photo Analysis to discover shooting patterns and insights.
- Fuzzy matching for flexible name searches.
Use cases of Smart Photo Journal MCP Server
- Gather all family moments by searching for people like "Papa" or "Mom".
- Find vacation highlights using the location search tool.
- Relive past birthday photos with a label search for "Birthday".
- Understand your photography habits with photo analysis.
FAQ from Smart Photo Journal MCP Server
What are the system requirements for Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
You need macOS with a Photos library and uv installed to manage dependencies and run the server.
How do I install and configure Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
Clone the repository, run uv sync, then add the server configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json file, replacing placeholders with your actual username and directory path.
Does Smart Photo Journal MCP Server share my photo data with anyone?
No. The server runs locally and no data is shared with anyone except through Claude services when you interact with the MCP.
Can I search for photos even if Iβm unsure of the exact name?
Yes, the server supports fuzzy matching for flexible searches when you are not certain of the exact name.
What tools are available in Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
The server provides four tools: location search, label search, people search, and photo analysis.
Frequently asked questions
What are the system requirements for Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
You need macOS with a Photos library and [uv](https://docs.astral.sh/uv/) installed to manage dependencies and run the server.
How do I install and configure Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
Clone the repository, run `uv sync`, then add the server configuration to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file, replacing placeholders with your actual username and directory path.
Does Smart Photo Journal MCP Server share my photo data with anyone?
No. The server runs locally and no data is shared with anyone except through Claude services when you interact with the MCP.
Can I search for photos even if Iβm unsure of the exact name?
Yes, the server supports fuzzy matching for flexible searches when you are not certain of the exact name.
What tools are available in Smart Photo Journal MCP Server?
The server provides four tools: location search, label search, people search, and photo analysis.
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