Perplexity MCP Server

Enables chat completion requests with citations using the Perplexity API within an MCP server environment.

Local serverstdio

What is the Perplexity MCP Server?

Enables chat completion requests with citations using the Perplexity API within an MCP server environment.

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

ToolWhat it does
ask_perplexityRequest chat completion with citations from Perplexity

How to install the Perplexity MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "Perplexity": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-server-perplexity"
      ],
      "env": {
        "PERPLEXITY_API_KEY": "your-perplexity-api-key"
      }
    }
  }
}

Maintainer configuration example. Replace example paths and credential placeholders before connecting.

Configuration

VariableDescriptionRequired
PERPLEXITY_API_KEYCredential the server authenticates with.Yes

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Perplexity to ask perplexity.”
  • “Use Perplexity to Tools.”

Frequently asked questions

Enables chat completion requests with citations using the Perplexity API within an MCP server environment. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.