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Zotero Library Mcp

MCP server · by RaulSimpetru

Search Python v0.5.0

Add papers and books to Zotero by DOI, arXiv ID, or ISBN and manage your library

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Install

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

Pythonuvx zotero-library-mcp

Client configuration

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

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "zotero-library-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "zotero-library-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

Zotero Library Mcp is listed in the Search 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 Zotero Library Mcp MCP server?

Zotero Library Mcp is an MCP server by RaulSimpetru. Add papers and books to Zotero by DOI, arXiv ID, or ISBN and manage your library

How do I install Zotero Library Mcp?

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

Is Zotero Library Mcp free to use?

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

Which clients support Zotero Library Mcp?

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