Recraft Ai_mcp Recraft Server

What is Recraft AI MCP Server?

This MCP server integrates MCP Clients with Recraft AI’s raster and vector image operations, including generation, editing, custom styles, vectorization, background removal/replacement, and upscaling. It is designed for developers and users who want to generate or edit high-quality images directly within an MCP-compatible environment.

How to use Recraft AI MCP Server?

Obtain a Recraft AI API key, install Node.js, and have an MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop). Install the server via npx -y @recraft-ai/mcp-recraft-server or clone the repository and build from source. Configure your MCP client’s JSON file with RECRAFT_API_KEY (required) and optionally IMAGE_STORAGE_DIRECTORY.

Key features of Recraft AI MCP Server

• Generate raster and vector images from text prompts
• Edit images using image-to-image with similarity control
• Create custom styles from a set of images
• Vectorize raster images with one tool
• Remove or replace backgrounds in images
• Upscale images in crisp or creative modes

Use cases of Recraft AI MCP Server

• Automating image generation for content creation or design workflows
• Editing existing images by applying AI-generated changes
• Building consistent brand styles across multiple images
• Improving image resolution for print or web use

FAQ from Recraft AI MCP Server

What prerequisites are needed to run this server?

You need a Recraft AI API key (from recraft.ai/profile/api), Node.js installed on your machine, and an MCP client such as Claude Desktop.

Where are generated images stored?

By default, images are saved to $HOME_DIR/.mcp-recraft-server. You can specify a different directory using the IMAGE_STORAGE_DIRECTORY environment variable.

What do the different tools cost?

Prices vary per operation: generation and editing cost $0.04 per raster image (or $0.08 per vector), vectorization and background removal cost $0.01 each, crisp upscale is $0.004, and creative upscale is $0.25.

How is authentication handled?

The server reads a RECRAFT_API_KEY environment variable set in your MCP client’s configuration file. No other authentication method is provided.

Are there any known limits on usage?

The README does not specify usage or rate limits. Costs are per‑operation and depend on your Recraft AI API credit balance.