mcp-server-brave-search

MCP.Pizza Chef: zed-extensions

The mcp-server-brave-search is an MCP server that integrates Brave Search's API to deliver real-time web search results within MCP-enabled environments. It requires an API key from Brave Search and supports up to 2,000 free queries per month. This server enables models to access fresh, relevant web data securely and efficiently, enhancing context-aware applications and workflows.

Use This MCP server To

Fetch real-time web search results for context enrichment Integrate Brave Search data into AI-driven workflows Enable LLMs to query the web during conversations Provide up-to-date information retrieval in MCP hosts Support multi-step reasoning with live search data

README

mcp-server-brave-search

Zed extension that wraps the @modelcontextprotocol/server-brave-search MCP server.

Configuration

This MCP server requires an API key.

Sign up for a Brave Search API account
Choose a plan (Free tier available with 2,000 queries/month)
Generate your API key from the developer dashboard

In your Zed settings:

{
    "context_servers": {
        "mcp-server-brave-search": {
          "settings": {
              "brave_api_key": "YOUR_API_KEY"
          }
        }
    }
}

mcp-server-brave-search FAQ

How do I obtain an API key for mcp-server-brave-search?

Is there a free tier available for Brave Search API usage?

Yes, Brave Search offers a free tier with up to 2,000 queries per month.

How do I configure the mcp-server-brave-search in my MCP host?

Add the server configuration with your Brave API key in the MCP host settings under 'context_servers'.

Can this server be used with other LLM providers besides OpenAI?

Yes, it is provider-agnostic and works with models like OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, and Google Gemini.

What kind of data does mcp-server-brave-search provide to the model?

It provides structured, real-time web search results from Brave Search to enhance model context.

How does mcp-server-brave-search ensure secure API key usage?

The API key is stored in the MCP host configuration and used securely for authenticated requests to Brave Search.

Can I customize the number of search queries or results returned?

Query limits depend on your Brave Search plan; customization options depend on server implementation.

Does mcp-server-brave-search support multi-step reasoning workflows?

Yes, it enables models to perform multi-step reasoning using live web search data.