This MCP server offers tools for downloading YouTube videos in MP4 format and audio in MP3 format. It integrates with MCP for AI assistant capabilities, enabling efficient retrieval and download of YouTube content. The system requires Python 3.13+ and yt-dlp for setup, and supports commands to fetch specific video or audio content quickly.
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Apr 22 2025
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What is MCP YouTube-DLP?
MCP YouTube-DLP is a Model Context Protocol server designed specifically for downloading YouTube videos and audio. Using yt-dlp, it offers functions to download videos in MP4 format and audio in MP3 format, facilitating integration in AI applications. The server can be run locally, supporting commands through an MCP setup to streamline content retrieval. It is ideal for developers, content creators, and AI systems seeking automated access to YouTube media content while maintaining flexibility via environment configurations and custom download paths.
Who will use MCP YouTube-DLP?
- Developers
- Content Creators
- AI System Integrators
How to use the MCP YouTube-DLP?
- Step 1: Clone the repository
- Step 2: Install dependencies with pip install -e .
- Step 3: Configure environment variables for yt-dlp path and download directory
- Step 4: Run the server using python main.py
- Step 5: Use provided MCP tools for downloading videos or audio via API or MCP client
MCP YouTube-DLP's Core Features & Benefits
The Core Features
- download_youtube_video
- download_youtube_audio
The Benefits
- Automated media downloads
- Easy integration with MCP systems
- Supports high-quality video and audio formats
MCP YouTube-DLP's Main Use Cases & Applications
- Automated YouTube content download for media projects
- Integrating YouTube media retrieval within AI workflows
- Bulk downloading of videos and audio for offline access
FAQs of MCP YouTube-DLP
Developer
- yorickchan