Rust MCP server and CLI for yt-dlp search, downloads, metadata, transfers, and Plex playlists.
Install
Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.
npx -y ytdl-rmcpClient configuration
Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.
{
"mcpServers": {
"ytdl-rmcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"ytdl-rmcp"
]
}
}
}About this server
YTDL RMCP is listed in the Other Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as npm 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 YTDL RMCP MCP server?＋
YTDL RMCP is an MCP server by dinglebear. Rust MCP server and CLI for yt-dlp search, downloads, metadata, transfers, and Plex playlists.
How do I install YTDL RMCP?＋
Install it with: npx -y ytdl-rmcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.
Is YTDL RMCP free to use?＋
The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/jmagar/ytdl-rmcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.
Which clients support YTDL RMCP?＋
Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.