How do I install Vidlens?

Vidlens is a local plugin. Install it using npm package: vidlens-mcp and add the generated configuration snippet to your AI app's MCP config file. Then restart your AI app.

What credentials does Vidlens need?

Vidlens requires the following credentials or environment variables: YOUTUBE_API_KEY, GEMINI_API_KEY. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Vidlens?

Vidlens uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and works with any MCP-compatible AI app, including Claude, ChatGPT / Codex, Gemini, Copilot, Cursor, and more.

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Vidlens MCP Server

by Thatsrajan

Developer ToolsModerate7.0MCP RegistryLocal

Free

Server data from the Official MCP Registry

YouTube as a queryable database for AI agents. 41 tools, zero config.

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YouTube as a queryable database for AI agents. 41 tools, zero config.

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7.0

Moderate7.0Low Risk

Valid MCP server (2 strong, 2 medium validity signals). 3 known CVEs in dependencies (0 critical, 3 high severity) Package registry verified. Imported from the Official MCP Registry.

5 files analyzed · 4 issues found

Security scores are indicators to help you make informed decisions, not guarantees. Always review permissions before connecting any MCP server.

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

YouTube Data API v3 key (optional — works without it via fallback scraping)Required

Environment variable: YOUTUBE_API_KEY

Google Gemini API key for AI-powered visual descriptions (optional)Required

Environment variable: GEMINI_API_KEY

How to Install

Add this to your MCP configuration file:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "io-github-thatsrajan-vidlens-mcp": {
      "env": {
        "GEMINI_API_KEY": "your-gemini-api-key-here",
        "YOUTUBE_API_KEY": "your-youtube-api-key-here"
      },
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "vidlens-mcp"
      ],
      "command": "npx"
    }
  }
}

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