TikTok MCP

What is TikTok MCP?

The TikTok MCP integrates TikTok access into Claude AI and other apps via TikNeuron. It allows users to analyze TikTok videos for virality factors, get content from videos, and chat with TikTok videos.

How to use TikTok MCP?

Install via MCPB (easiest) by downloading the tiktok-mcp.mcpb file from GitHub Releases and opening it in Claude Desktop, then entering your TikNeuron API Key. Alternatively, clone the repository, run npm install, npm run build, and add the server to your Claude Desktop mcpServers configuration with your TikNeuron API key.

Key features of TikTok MCP

• Get subtitles (content) from any TikTok video
• Retrieve detailed post information including engagement metrics
• Search for TikTok videos by natural language query
• Analyze videos for virality factors
• Chat with TikTok video content via AI

Use cases of TikTok MCP

• Research viral TikTok trends by searching and analyzing videos
• Extract and translate subtitles from TikTok videos for content repurposing
• Gather engagement data (likes, shares, comments) for competitor analysis
• Build AI-powered chatbots that can reference TikTok video content

FAQ from TikTok MCP

What are the runtime requirements for TikTok MCP?

Node.js v18 or higher and Git are required. You also need a TikNeuron account and MCP API key.

How do I install TikTok MCP in Claude Desktop?

The easiest method is to download the .mcpb file from the GitHub Releases page and open it. You can also manually clone the repo, install dependencies, build, and add a JSON entry to your mcpServers configuration.

What tools does TikTok MCP provide?

Three tools: tiktok_get_subtitle (returns video subtitles, optional language code), tiktok_get_post_details (returns video description, creator, hashtags, engagement, duration, subtitles), and tiktok_search (searches videos by query with pagination).

What is TikNeuron and why do I need an API key?

TikNeuron is the service that powers the TikTok MCP. An API key is required for authentication and is obtained from the TikNeuron website.

Can I search for TikTok videos with this MCP?

Yes, the tiktok_search tool accepts a query like "funny cats" and returns a list of matching videos with details and pagination support (cursor and search_uid parameters).