Brave Search

The Brave Search MCP server enables developers to integrate web and local search functionalities into their applications using the Brave Search API. With this server, you can efficiently perform searches across the web and find local businesses and places, enhancing user experience with powerful search capabilities.

Once connected to the Brave Search MCP server, you can utilize the available tools: brave_web_search for conducting web searches and brave_local_search for finding local businesses. You can issue queries that include specific keywords, locations, or categories, allowing you to tailor the search results according to user needs. For optimal results, be sure to formulate queries that are concise and relevant to the information you seek.

Prerequisites

Ensure you have Node.js installed on your system. You can download it from nodejs.org.

Option A: Quick Start with npx

You can quickly start using the Brave Search MCP server with the following command:

npx -y @modelcontextprotocol/server-brave-search  

Option B: Global Install Alternative

Alternatively, you can install the package globally using npm:

npm install -g @modelcontextprotocol/server-brave-search  

After installation, you can start the server and begin utilizing its capabilities.

When configuring the Brave Search MCP server, be sure to set any necessary environment variables for API keys or other configurations as required by the Brave Search API. Common issues may arise from incorrect API key usage or network connectivity, so verify these elements if you encounter problems.