Search 5,000+ trading papers with verified backtests, strategies, datasets, and courses.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
https://paperswithbacktest.com/api/mcpClient configuration
Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.
{
"mcpServers": {
"papers-with-backtest": {
"url": "https://paperswithbacktest.com/api/mcp"
}
}
}About this server
Papers With Backtest is listed in the Finance & Payments category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Streamable HTTP and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.
Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Papers With Backtest MCP server?＋
Papers With Backtest is an MCP server by paperswithbacktest. Search 5,000+ trading papers with verified backtests, strategies, datasets, and courses.
How do I install Papers With Backtest?＋
Install it with: https://paperswithbacktest.com/api/mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is Papers With Backtest free to use?＋
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/paperswithbacktest/website. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support Papers With Backtest?＋
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.