YouTube Transcript MCP Server

Example Use Cases

• 1

  Fetch YouTube video transcripts in multiple languages.

• 2

  Integration with Claude Desktop via SSE transport.

• 3

  JSON-RPC HTTP endpoints for workflow automation tools like n8n.

Description

This MCP server provides reliable transcript fetching from YouTube videos using the regularly updated yt-dlp tool. It supports dual transport protocols—SSE for Claude Desktop and JSON-RPC for HTTP clients—enabling seamless integration with AI tools. The server is containerized with Docker for easy deployment, supports multiple languages, and offers flexible authentication options including API key and reverse proxy protection.