Website Downloader MCP Server
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MCP server to download entire websites
概要
What is Website Downloader MCP Server?
Website Downloader MCP Server provides a tool to download entire websites using wget, preserving the website structure and converting links to work locally. It is for users who need to mirror websites for offline access or archival.
How to use Website Downloader MCP Server?
Install wget as a prerequisite, then clone the repository, run npm install and npm run build, and add the server to your MCP settings with the command node and the path to the built index.js. The server exposes a tool called download_website with parameters url (required), outputPath (optional, defaults to current directory), and depth (optional, defaults to infinite).
Key features of Website Downloader MCP Server
- Downloads recursively with configurable depth
- Includes all page requisites (CSS, images, etc.)
- Converts links to work locally
- Adds appropriate file extensions
- Restricts downloads to the same domain
- Preserves original website structure
Use cases of Website Downloader MCP Server
- Archiving a website for offline browsing
- Creating a local mirror of a documentation site
- Backing up a personal or small website
- Downloading a website up to a specified link depth
FAQ from Website Downloader MCP Server
What prerequisite do I need to install?
The server requires wget to be installed on your system. Installation instructions are provided for macOS, Linux, and Windows.
How do I configure the download depth?
Use the optional depth parameter with values: 0 for just the specified page, 1 for direct links, or any number for deeper recursion. Defaults to infinite.
Does the server download files from external domains?
No, the downloader restricts downloads to the same domain as the provided URL.
Where are downloaded files saved?
Files are saved to the directory specified in the outputPath parameter. If omitted, they are saved to the current working directory.
How do I install and run this server?
Run npm install and npm run build, then add the server to your MCP settings with the command node followed by the path to the built index.js.
