FetchFox
by @solo-novato · io.github.solo-novato/fetchfox
YouTube transcripts, Instagram profiles and posts, and TikTok data as MCP tools.
- Category
- Search and web data
- Connection
- Remote (HTTP)
- Tools
- 17 reported
- Status
- Online
Connect it to your AI
Claude Code
claude mcp add --transport http fetchfox https://mcp.fetchfox.net/mcpClaude, ChatGPT, Cursor and other apps
Add it as a custom connector with this URL (Streamable HTTP):
https://mcp.fetchfox.net/mcpThis server expects extra headers, usually an API key from its maker.
Cursor, VS Code and other apps (mcp.json)
{
"mcpServers": {
"fetchfox": {
"url": "https://mcp.fetchfox.net/mcp"
}
}
}Tools it offers
17 tools, as the server itself reported during our check on Oct 31, 2026.
youtube_transcriptGet the transcript (captions) of a YouTube video. Returns the full text plus per-segment timings.youtube_transcript_bulkRetrieve transcripts for 1 to 5 pasted YouTube video URLs sequentially within one deadline. One credit per usable success. Inspect each item's attempted, chargeStatus and errorCode; partial results are retained. Do not ryoutube_statsGet engagement stats for a single YouTube video (views, likes, comments, publish date, channel info).youtube_commentsList comments on a YouTube video. Use limit to bound the returned sample; this endpoint does not accept a pagination cursor.youtube_channel_statsGet channel-level stats (subscribers, total views, video count, profile info) for a YouTube channel URL.youtube_videosList videos from a public YouTube channel or playlist. Available publication dates and descriptions may be missing. Optional full_details enrichment is capped at 30 videos.youtube_searchSearch YouTube videos by query. Returns the top matching videos.tiktok_statsGet engagement stats for a single TikTok video (views, likes, comments, shares, publish date, author).tiktok_commentsList comments on a TikTok video or photo post. Set includeShortShareUrl to add a verified TikTok short link or null per comment; existing shareUrl is retained.tiktok_searchSearch TikTok videos by query.tiktok_channel_videosGet a list of recent videos from a TikTok channel. Returns up to 100 videos with metadata (id, description, URL, thumbnail, duration, publish date, views, likes, comments, shares, saves). Supports pagination via the cursinstagram_statsGet metadata and a video CDN URL for an Instagram post or reel. Views are optional (null when unavailable); requireViews=true enables strict count recovery. Shares are null when not exposed; unavailable duration is null.instagram_commentsList comments on an Instagram post or reel. Check collectionStatus (partial, exhausted, unknown) and stopReason before analysis. hasMore only means a safe cursor is available; false does not prove completeness. Exhaustedinstagram_channel_statsGet channel-level stats for an Instagram profile (user ID, followers, following, post count, bio, verified).instagram_channel_postsList recent posts from an Instagram profile URL.instagram_channel_reelsList recent reels from an Instagram profile URL.facebook_commentsList comments on a Facebook post or video.
Questions
What is the FetchFox MCP server?
YouTube transcripts, Instagram profiles and posts, and TikTok data as MCP tools. It is made by @solo-novato and listed in the official MCP Registry as io.github.solo-novato/fetchfox. MCP (Model Context Protocol) is the open standard that lets AI apps like Claude, ChatGPT and Cursor use outside tools.
How do I add FetchFox to Claude?
In the Claude app or claude.ai, open Settings, then Connectors, choose "Add custom connector" and paste https://mcp.fetchfox.net/mcp. In Claude Code, run: claude mcp add --transport http fetchfox https://mcp.fetchfox.net/mcp
How do I add FetchFox to ChatGPT?
ChatGPT can use remote MCP servers as connectors. In ChatGPT settings, under Apps and Connectors, turn on developer mode if asked, create a new connector and paste https://mcp.fetchfox.net/mcp.
How do I add FetchFox to Cursor?
Open Cursor settings, go to MCP, choose "Add new MCP server" (or edit ~/.cursor/mcp.json) and add: { "mcpServers": { "fetchfox": { "url": "https://mcp.fetchfox.net/mcp" } } }
Does FetchFox work right now?
Yes. It responded when we last checked on 31 Oct 2026. We check remote MCP servers every day.
What can FetchFox do?
It gives your AI 17 tools, including youtube_transcript, youtube_transcript_bulk, youtube_stats, youtube_comments, youtube_channel_stats. The full list is on this page.
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