---
title: "Installation"
description: "Get up and running with Google and Bing in less than 2 minutes."
---
We designed `search-console-mcp` to work instantly with your favorite AI editor. No complex configuration required.
## Prerequisites
1. **Node.js 18 or higher**
2. **A verified Google Search Console, Bing Webmaster Tools, or Google Analytics 4 property**
## 🚀 One-Line Setup
Run this command in your terminal. The wizard will walk you through connecting your Google and/or Bing accounts.
```bash
npx search-console-mcp setup
```
The tool will open your browser for secure authentication and then display the exact code snippet to copy-paste into your config.
Want to add more accounts later? Just run `setup` again — it supports multiple Google and Bing accounts.
---
## Client Configuration
If you prefer to set it up manually, here are the instructions for the most popular clients.
### Claude Desktop
Add this to your `claude_desktop_config.json`:
```json
{
"mcpServers": {
"search-console": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "search-console-mcp"],
"env": {
"BING_API_KEY": "your-api-key-here",
"GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS": "/path/to/your/service-account.json"
}
}
}
}
```
*That's it! Environment variables are optional and only needed if you are using a Bing API Key or a Google Service Account.*
### Cursor
1. Open **Cursor Settings** (Cmd + ,).
2. Navigate to **Features** > **MCP**.
3. Click **+ Add New MCP Server**.
4. Enter the following:
* **Name:** `Search Console`
* **Type:** `command`
* **Command:** `npx -y search-console-mcp`
5. **Environment Variables (Optional):** Click **Edit** on your new server to add variables if needed:
* `BING_API_KEY`: For Bing integration.
* `GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS`: For Google Service Account auth.
<Tip>
If you see an error about "command not found," try using the full path to your node executable or `npm` prefix.
</Tip>
### VS Code
You can configure the server specifically for your workspace using the standard MCP extension.
1. **Option A: Config File**
Create a file named `.vscode/mcp.json` and add:
```json
{
"servers": {
"search-console": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"search-console-mcp"
],
"env": {
"BING_API_KEY": "your-api-key-here",
"GOOGLE_APPLICATION_CREDENTIALS": "/path/to/your/service-account.json"
}
}
}
}
```
2. **Option B: Command Palette**
* Open the Command Palette (`Cmd+Shift+P` / `Ctrl+Shift+P`).
* Search for **"MCP: Add Server"**.
* Enter the command: `npx -y search-console-mcp`.
---
## Verify Your Setup
After installation, confirm your accounts are connected:
```bash
npx search-console-mcp accounts list
```
This will show all connected Google and Bing accounts and which sites they can access.
---
## What's Next?
- [Authentication](/getting-started/authentication) — Detailed auth options (OAuth, Service Account, API Key for Google, Bing, and GA4)
- [Managing Accounts](/getting-started/accounts) — List, remove, and restrict accounts across all platforms
- [Multi-Account Support](/getting-started/multi-account) — Connect multiple accounts across all platforms
- [First Queries](/getting-started/first-queries) — Start asking your AI agent questions
