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web-retrieval-mcp

MCP server · by VelvetSP

Search & Research
Python
v0.1.2

MCP web search + tiered web fetch for AI agents (Exa, Firecrawl), SSRF-guarded, cross-platform.

Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

Python
uvx web-retrieval-mcp

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "web-retrieval-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "web-retrieval-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

web-retrieval-mcp is listed in the Search & Research category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python 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 web-retrieval-mcp MCP server?

web-retrieval-mcp is an MCP server by VelvetSP. MCP web search + tiered web fetch for AI agents (Exa, Firecrawl), SSRF-guarded, cross-platform.

How do I install web-retrieval-mcp?

Install it with: uvx web-retrieval-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is web-retrieval-mcp free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/VelvetSP/web-retrieval-mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support web-retrieval-mcp?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.