Linkup Search

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Integrates with Linkup Technologies' API to enable web searches for information gathering, fact-checking, and research tasks.

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Author: linkupplatform
Repository: LinkupPlatform/python-mcp-server
GitHub stars: 16
Downloads: 85,472
License: MIT License
Categories: Search, Knowledge Base
Tags: #linkup

Setting up with Highlight

This MCP is not yet compatible with Highlight’s one-click setup. However, you can still use it with Highlight by following these steps:

Download and install Highlight from highlightai.com/download
Navigate to the plugins tab and select "Add Custom Plugin"
Configure the plugin with the settings below
Plugin Name Linkup Search

Command (node, npx, python, etc.) python
Arguments
- Argument 1 -m
- Argument 2 linkup_mcp_server
Environment
- LINKUP_API_KEY LINKUP_API_KEY
Please refer to the README for specific instructions on how to obtain API keys or other required environment variables.
Enable "Start Automatically" if you want the plugin to start when Highlight launches

Setting up with Cursor

Open Cursor's settings
Navigate to the MCP section
Click "Add new Global MCP server"
Copy and paste the configuration below based on your operating system

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

Setting up with Claude Desktop

Open Claude Desktop's settings
Go to the Integrations tab
Click "Add MCP Server"
Use the configuration below based on your operating system

Note: Make sure Claude Desktop is running before attempting to connect.

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

Setting up with Windsurf

Open Windsurf's preferences
Go to the Integrations section
Click "Add MCP Integration"
Use the configuration below based on your operating system

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

Setting up with Cline

Open Cline's settings
Navigate to the Integrations section
Click "Add MCP Server"
Copy and paste the configuration below based on your operating system

Note: Make sure to restart Cline after adding the configuration.

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

Setting up with Goose

Open Goose's preferences
Go to the Integrations tab
Select "MCP Servers"
Click "Add New Server"
Use the configuration below based on your operating system

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

JSON

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

From the repository

The Linkup MCP server can be used with any MCP-compatible client.

For an integration with Claude Desktop or with Cursor, please follow instruction here.

For other MCP-compatible clients, use these connection details:

- Command: python -m linkup_mcp_server
- Required Environment Variables: LINKUP_API_KEY

Consult your MCP client's documentation for specific configuration instructions.

Claude Desktop / Cursor

Paste into your MCP client config file to install this server.

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "linkup search": {
            "env": {
                "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
            },
            "args": [
                "-m",
                "linkup_mcp_server"
            ],
            "command": "python"
        }
    }
}

Linux

{
    "env": {
        "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
    },
    "args": [
        "-m",
        "linkup_mcp_server"
    ],
    "command": "python"
}

Macos

{
    "env": {
        "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
    },
    "args": [
        "-m",
        "linkup_mcp_server"
    ],
    "command": "python"
}

Windows

{
    "env": {
        "LINKUP_API_KEY": "LINKUP_API_KEY"
    },
    "args": [
        "-m",
        "linkup_mcp_server"
    ],
    "command": "python"
}

🌟 Linkup Python MCP Server

> ⚠️ DEPRECATED: This package is no longer maintained.
>
> Please use the TypeScript/Node.js version instead: https://github.com/LinkupPlatform/linkup-mcp-server
>
> The TypeScript version is actively maintained, has better performance, and supports all the latest features.

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides web search capabilities through Linkup's advanced search API. This server enables AI assistants and development tools to perform intelligent web searches with natural language queries.

✨ Why Linkup?

- 🔍 Advanced Web Search: Leverage Linkup's AI-powered search engine for high-quality, relevant results
- 💬 Natural Language Queries: Ask questions in plain English or your preferred language - no need for keyword optimization
- 🚀 Real-time Information: Access up-to-date web content and current information
- 📚 Comprehensive Results: Get detailed search results with source citations
- 🔧 Easy Integration: Works with any MCP-compatible client

🚀 Installation

The Linkup MCP server can be used with any MCP-compatible client.

For an integration with Claude Desktop or with Cursor, please follow instruction here.

For other MCP-compatible clients, use these connection details:

- Command: python -m linkup_mcp_server
- Required Environment Variables: LINKUP_API_KEY

Consult your MCP client's documentation for specific configuration instructions.

💬 Example Queries

The Linkup MCP server excels at answering complex questions and finding specific information:

- "What are the latest developments in quantum computing?"
- "How does the EU AI Act affect startups?"
- "Find recent research on sustainable aviation fuel"
- "What are the current best practices for MCP server development?"

🤝 Contributing

Pull requests are welcome! Feel free to open an issue first to discuss what you’d like to see improved.

📚 Resources

- Linkup Documentation
- MCP Protocol Specification
- Linkup API Reference

📣 Community & Support

Email: support@linkup.so
Discord: Join our community

X / Twitter: @Linkup_platform

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - Innovate freely! 🚀

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🌟 Linkup Python MCP Server

✨ Why Linkup?

🚀 Installation

💬 Example Queries

🤝 Contributing

📚 Resources

📣 Community & Support

📄 License

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