What are the runtime requirements?
Node.js (v14 or higher), npm (v6 or higher), and a valid YouTube Data API key are required.
YouTube MCP Server
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Basic information
About YouTube MCP Server
A Media Control Protocol server for YouTube integration
YouTube MCP Server config
No standard config provided
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Overview
What is YouTube MCP Server?
The YouTube MCP Server is a Media Control Protocol server for YouTube integration that enables controlling YouTube playback across multiple devices. It provides real-time synchronization, video search, and playback control via a web interface.
How to use YouTube MCP Server?
Clone the repository, install dependencies with npm install, create a .env file with a YouTube API key, and start the server with npm start. Open http://localhost:3000 in a browser to access the client interface. Use the search function to find videos and control playback with play, pause, seek, volume, and mute commands.
Key features of YouTube MCP Server
- Play, pause, and control YouTube videos from any device
- Synchronize playback across multiple connected clients
- Search YouTube videos directly from the interface
- Control volume and playback position in real time
- Real-time updates using WebSockets via Socket.io
- Simple and intuitive web-based user interface
Use cases of YouTube MCP Server
- Control a shared YouTube playlist from multiple devices in a party or classroom setting
- Synchronize video playback between different screens for a unified experience
- Remotely manage YouTube playback on a central display from a mobile phone
- Collaborate on video selections and playback control with multiple users
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a YouTube API key?
Obtain one from the Google Cloud Console by creating a new project, enabling the YouTube Data API v3, and generating API credentials.
How does the server synchronize playback across clients?
When a client issues a play, pause, seek, or volume command, the server broadcasts the event to all other connected clients using Socket.io WebSocket events.
What API endpoints are available?
The server provides endpoints to get video information (`/api/video/:videoId`), search videos (`/api/search?q=query`), and list connected clients (`/api/clients`).
What should I do if I encounter connection issues?
Ensure your firewall allows connections on the server's port and that your YouTube API key is correctly set in the `.env` file. Some videos may not play if embedding is disabled.
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