Youtube FAQs

Name: Youtube
Author: sparfenyuk

Question 1

What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

Accepted Answer

MCP provides a secure and standardized way for AI assistants to interact with external tools and data sources, ensuring user control and data privacy.

Question 2

What can I do with the Youtube MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can download closed captions from Youtube videos and use them to summarize video content within AI applications, unlocking new possibilities for video analysis and integration.

Question 3

I'm getting a 'Could not connect to MCP server' error. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the `mcp-youtube` binary is correctly configured in your Claude Desktop settings, including the full path to the executable if necessary. Verify the server is running.

Question 4

What is the Youtube MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

It's a bridge connecting the Youtube API to AI assistants like Claude, using the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for secure data access and utilization.

Question 5

How do I install the Youtube MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

Install it using the `uv tool install git+https://github.com/sparfenyuk/mcp-youtube` command.  Make sure you have the `uv` tool installed.

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