pollinations
Your Friendly Open-Source Gen-AI Platform
The Pollinations MCP server enables AI assistants to access Pollinations' generative AI platform directly through the Model Context Protocol. It provides tools for generating images, text, audio, video, 3D models, and embeddings from within AI coding assistants like Claude Desktop and Cursor. The server connects to Pollinations' unified API endpoint that supports multiple AI models including Flux, GPT, Claude, Gemini, and others. Developers authenticate using Pollinations API keys and can leverage the platform's pay-as-you-go Pollen credit system for multi-modal content generation within their AI workflows.
Key Features
Use Cases
- 01Generate images within Claude Desktop while writing code or documentation
- 02Create text-to-speech audio files directly from AI assistant conversations
- 03Convert speech recordings to text transcriptions during development workflows
- 04Generate 3D models from text descriptions or reference images for design prototyping
- 05Create video content from text prompts or image sequences within coding environments
- 06Build semantic search and retrieval systems using embedding generation tools
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pollinations — FAQ
What is the Pollinations MCP server?+
The Pollinations MCP server is a Model Context Protocol integration that gives AI assistants like Claude Desktop access to Pollinations' generative AI platform for creating images, text, audio, video, 3D models, and embeddings directly within the assistant interface.
How do I connect the Pollinations MCP server to Claude Desktop?+
Use the hosted MCP server at https://gen.pollinations.ai/mcp/pollinations by adding it to your Claude Desktop MCP configuration. You must send your Pollinations API key as an Authorization Bearer header for authentication.
Do I need a Pollinations API key?+
Yes, you need a Pollinations API key to authenticate requests. Get your key at enter.pollinations.ai/keys, where you can choose between app keys (pk_ prefix) for client-side use or secret keys (sk_ prefix) for server-side integration.
Which AI clients support this MCP server?+
The server works with any client that supports the Model Context Protocol and streamable HTTP connections, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, and other MCP-compatible AI assistants.
Is the Pollinations MCP server free to use?+
The MCP server itself is open-source and free to use, but API usage requires Pollen credits through a pay-as-you-go system where approximately $1 equals 1 Pollen. You can earn free Pollen credits by completing quests or contributing to the community.
What models can I access through the MCP server?+
You can access a wide range of models including Flux and Z-Image for images, GPT/Claude/Gemini for text, Wan/Veo/Seedance for video, ElevenLabs voices for audio, Trellis for 3D generation, and various embedding models. Browse the full catalog at gen.pollinations.ai/v1/models.
How do I install pollinations?+
Open the source repository on GitHub and follow its README. pollinations is a mcp server — MCP Agents Market links you directly to the official repo.
Is pollinations free?+
pollinations is an open-source project hosted on GitHub. Check the repository for its license and any usage requirements.