Hardcover Mcp

What is Hardcover Mcp?

Hardcover Mcp connects your Hardcover library to AI assistants like Claude and Copilot, allowing you to search for books, update your reading status, manage lists, and explore series through natural conversation instead of clicking through menus.

How to use Hardcover Mcp?

You control your own API key, which stays on your machine and is never shared with third parties. The server runs locally through your MCP client, and actions only occur when explicitly requested.

Key features of Hardcover Mcp

• Library tracking — reading status, ratings, and dates
• List management — create, edit, add, and remove books
• Book discovery — search books, authors, series, and editions
• Account info — profile and reading statistics

Use cases of Hardcover Mcp

• Ask "What's on my currently reading list?" to get instant status
• Add books to your library as currently reading or want‑to‑read
• Search for books by author, ISBN, or series in reading order
• Create themed lists and add books to them
• Compare your rating of a book with the Hardcover average

FAQ from Hardcover Mcp

How do I get started with Hardcover Mcp?

Obtain your API key from Hardcover and configure it in your MCP client. The server runs locally and never sends your key to third parties.

Which AI assistants are supported?

Hardcover Mcp works with any MCP‑compatible assistant, such as Claude and Copilot.

Is my data safe?

Your API key stays on your machine. The server runs locally and only performs actions when you explicitly ask.

What actions can I perform?

You can search books, authors, series, and editions; update reading status and ratings; manage lists; and view your profile and reading stats.

Do I need a Hardcover account?

Yes, you need a Hardcover account and an associated API key to use Hardcover Mcp.