Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server
Google CSE MCP server for LLM search capabilities. Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by Richard-Weiss. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 1 tool, including google_search, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under AI/LLM, Tool/Search and API/Google.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol server that enables LLMs to perform web searches using Google's Custom Search Engine (CSE) API. It returns search results (titles, links, and snippets) without fetching the actual content.
How to use this MCP
Configure the server with your Google CSE API key and engine ID, then integrate it with an LLM system like Claude. The server provides agoogle_search tool that accepts search terms and returns results. It can be chained with other MCP servers for content extraction.
What this MCP can be used for
Enhancing LLMs with web search capabilities, enabling fact-checking, research assistance, and up-to-date information retrieval. The 100 free daily searches make it suitable for lightweight applications without billing setup.
AIMCP authority
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server MCP server?
Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server from Richard-Weiss. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server to my AI client?
Add Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server provide?
Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server provides 1 tool: google_search.
Is Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server free to use?
Google Custom Search Engine MCP Server is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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