What are the prerequisites?

Python 3.10 or higher and Shaka Packager installed and available in your PATH. An MCP-compatible client like Claude Desktop is also required.

How does file path handling work?

The server automatically translates paths between Docker and host environments using the `VIDEO_PATH` and `DOCKER_PATH` environment variables. Manual configuration may be needed for custom setups.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `VIDEO_PATH`, `SHAKA_PACKAGER_PATH`, `DOCKER_PATH` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Shaka Packager MCP Server

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What is the Shaka Packager MCP Server?

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What it actually does

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that integrates Shaka Packager with Claude AI applications for video transcoding, packaging, and analysis.

Video Analysis — Analyze video files to extract detailed stream information, codecs, bitrates, and more
Media Packaging — Convert videos for streaming in HLS and DASH formats with support for VOD and live streaming
Advanced Options —
Apply DRM encryption (Widevine, PlayReady, FairPlay)
Configure ad insertion markers
Convert between formats (MP4, TS, etc.)

Configuration

Python 3.10 or higher - Shaka Packager installed and available in your PATH - Download from GitHub - Or build from source following these instructions - An MCP-compatible client (like Claude Desktop)

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How to install the Shaka Packager MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shaka-packager": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": ["shaka-packager-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "VIDEO_PATH": "your-value",
        "SHAKA_PACKAGER_PATH": "your-value",
        "DOCKER_PATH": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Python 3.10 or higher - Shaka Packager installed and available in your PATH - Download from GitHub - Or build from source following these instructions - An MCP-compatible client (like Claude Desktop)

Variable	Description	Required
VIDEO_PATH	Filesystem location the server is allowed to use.	Optional
SHAKA_PACKAGER_PATH	Filesystem location the server is allowed to use.	Optional
DOCKER_PATH	Filesystem location the server is allowed to use.	Optional