How do I obtain my Zotero API key?
Visit [Zotero settings](https://www.zotero.org/settings/keys) to create an API key. The key is set as `zotero_api_key` in the `.env` file.
Zotero MCP Server
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Basic information
About Zotero MCP Server
Support connecting zotero via MCP, with custom server and client, without the need for tools like the Claude app, Cursor, etc.
Zotero MCP Server config
No standard config provided
This server doesn't expose a parseable MCP config block in its README. See the repository for install instructions.
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Overview
What is zotero_mcp?
This server connects Zotero via the Model Context Protocol (MCP) using a custom server and client, allowing interaction without tools like the Claude app or Cursor. It is for users who want to programmatically query Zotero library content through an LLM.
How to use zotero_mcp?
Set up a Python 3.12 conda environment and install requirements from requirements.txt. Create a .env file with keys: zotero_api_key, api_key (for the LLM), model, llm_api_base, llm_api_key, and library_id. Run python ./server.py to start the server, then in a new terminal run python ./client.py to interact.
Key features of zotero_mcp
- Custom MCP server and client for Zotero
- No dependency on Claude app or Cursor
- Query document content from Zotero via MCP
- Supports multiple LLM configurations via
.env - Simple Python setup with conda environment
Use cases of zotero_mcp
- Querying Zotero library documents programmatically
- Integrating Zotero references with LLM-based workflows
- Building custom MCP clients for academic research
- Retrieving and analyzing uploaded file content
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find my library ID?
Your library ID is displayed on the Zotero keys settings page (shown in a screenshot in the README). Set it as `library_id` in `.env`.
What runtime dependencies are required?
Python 3.12, conda, and the packages listed in `requirements.txt`. A `.env` file with valid API keys is mandatory.
Can I use this server without the Claude app?
Yes, the custom server and client work independently; no Claude app or Cursor is needed.
What LLM configuration is needed?
The `.env` must include the LLM model name, its API base URL, and its API key. The `api_key` field is the LLM’s API key.
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