Perplexity MCP Server

Automatically call this tool for interactive, conversational queries. This tool leverages Perplexitys web search capabilities to provide real-time information and maintains conversation history using an optional chat ID for contextual follow-ups.

Uses browser automation (Puppeteer) and Mozilla's Readability library to extract the main article text content from a given URL. Handles dynamic JavaScript rendering and includes fallback logic. For GitHub repository URLs, it attempts to fetch structured content via gitingest.com. Performs a pre-check for non-HTML content types and checks HTTP status after navigation. Ideal for getting clean text from articles/blog posts. Note: May struggle to isolate only core content on complex homepages or dashboards, potentially including UI elements.

Automatically call this tool when working with unfamiliar APIs/libraries, needing usage examples, or checking version specifics as this can access web. Example: When adding a payment gateway, ask "Get Stripe API documentation for creating charges".

Automatically call this tool when needing external services or real time current data (like API info, latest versions, etc.) from web. Compares options based on requirements. Example: When building a shopping site, ask "Find product image APIs with free tiers".

Automatically call this tool when reviewing legacy code, planning upgrades, or encountering warnings with real time web access. Helps identify technical debt. Example: During code reviews or before upgrading dependencies.

Performs a web search using Perplexity AI based on the provided query and desired detail level. Useful for general knowledge questions, finding information, or getting different perspectives.