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title: Getting Started with Universal Crypto MCP
description: Install and configure the most extensive crypto MCP server - 60+ networks, 380+ tools, DeFi, CEX, x402 payments
category: getting-started
keywords: [installation, setup, quick start, configuration, MCP]
order: 1
published: true
---
# Getting Started
Welcome to **Universal Crypto MCP** - the most comprehensive cryptocurrency MCP server that enables AI agents (Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor) to interact with 60+ blockchain networks through natural language.
## What You'll Learn
This getting started guide will walk you through:
1. **Installation** - Install via npx or from source
2. **Quick Start** - Get running in <5 minutes
3. **Configuration** - Configure networks, tools, and credentials
4. **First Tool** - Make your first blockchain query
5. **Deployment** - Deploy to production
## Quick Install
```bash
# NPX (fastest - no installation required)
npx @nirholas/universal-crypto-mcp
# Or install globally
npm install -g @nirholas/universal-crypto-mcp
universal-crypto-mcp
# Or with pnpm
pnpm add -g @nirholas/universal-crypto-mcp
```
## What's Included
- ✅ **60+ Blockchain Networks** - Ethereum, Arbitrum, Polygon, Base, Optimism, Solana, and more
- ✅ **380+ Tools** - DeFi, wallets, trading, NFTs, market data, analytics
- ✅ **15+ DeFi Protocols** - Uniswap, Aave, Compound, Curve, GMX, Lido, Yearn, PancakeSwap
- ✅ **x402 Payment Protocol** - AI agents that pay for premium APIs
- ✅ **AI Service Marketplace** - Monetize and discover AI services
- ✅ **505+ AI Agent Definitions** - Pre-built agents in 18 languages
## Next Steps
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### [📦 Installation](/docs/getting-started/installation)
Install Universal Crypto MCP on your system
### [⚡ Quick Start](/docs/getting-started/quick-start)
Get up and running in 5 minutes
### [⚙️ Configuration](/docs/getting-started/configuration)
Configure networks, RPC endpoints, and API keys
### [🛠️ First Tool](/docs/getting-started/first-tool)
Make your first blockchain query with Claude
</div>
## Key Features
### Multi-Chain Support
Access 60+ EVM and non-EVM chains from a single MCP server:
- **EVM**: Ethereum, Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Polygon, BNB Chain, Avalanche, Fantom
- **Layer 2s**: zkSync, Polygon zkEVM, Linea, Scroll
- **Non-EVM**: Solana, Aptos, Near, Cardano, Cosmos, Polkadot
### DeFi Integration
Interact with major DeFi protocols:
- **DEXs**: Uniswap V2/V3, PancakeSwap, Curve
- **Lending**: Aave, Compound V3, Venus
- **Derivatives**: GMX V2
- **Staking**: Lido
- **Yield**: Yearn vaults
### x402 Payment Protocol
Enable AI agents to pay for APIs automatically:
```typescript
// AI agent automatically pays $0.01 for premium data
const weather = await agent.fetch('https://api.premium-weather.com/tokyo')
// x402: Paid $0.01 via Arbitrum USDC
```
### AI Service Marketplace
Register and monetize your AI services:
- List services with pay-per-use or subscription pricing
- On-chain reputation and reviews
- Automatic discovery by AI agents
- Built-in analytics and revenue tracking
## Architecture
Universal Crypto MCP is built on the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing seamless integration with:
- **Claude Desktop** - Anthropic's AI assistant
- **ChatGPT** - OpenAI's language model
- **Cursor** - AI-powered code editor
- **Custom Applications** - Any MCP-compatible client
## Support
- 📚 [Documentation](/docs)
- 💬 [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/universal-crypto-mcp)
- 🐛 [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/nirholas/universal-crypto-mcp/issues)
- 𝕏 [Follow on X](https://x.com/nichxbt)
## What's Next?
Continue to [Installation →](/docs/getting-started/installation)
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