Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Blockscout MCP Server

Q: What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)? A: MCP is an open protocol designed to allow AI agents, IDEs, and automation tools to consume, query, and analyze structured data through context-aware APIs.

Q: What does the Blockscout MCP Server do? A: It wraps Blockscout APIs and exposes blockchain data—balances, tokens, NFTs, contract metadata—via MCP so that AI agents and tools can access and analyze it contextually.

Q: What kind of data can AI agents access through this server? A: Balances, tokens (ERC-20), NFTs, contract metadata, transaction history, and other blockchain-related data.

Q: Which AI tools are compatible with this MCP server? A: It’s designed to work with AI agents and tools like Claude, Cursor, or IDEs that support the Model Context Protocol.

Q: Does the server support multiple blockchain networks? A: Yes, it supports multi-chain access via getting Blockscout instance URLs from Chainscout.

Q: What are the key features of the Blockscout MCP Server? A: Key features include contextual blockchain data access, multi-chain support, custom instructions, MCP progress notifications, and enhanced user experience through periodic progress updates.

Q: How do I install the Blockscout MCP Server locally? A: Clone the repository, navigate to the directory and run uv pip install -e . or pip install -e ..

Q: How do I run the server? A: By default, the server runs in stdio mode using the command python -m blockscout_mcp_server. You can run it in HTTP mode with --http.

Q: How do I configure Claude Desktop to use this MCP server? A: Open Claude Desktop settings, navigate to the “Developer” section, click “Edit Config”, open the claude_desktop_config.json file, and configure the server command and arguments, then restart Claude Desktop.

Q: Can I run this server with Docker? A: Yes, you can build and run the server using Docker. Instructions for building and running with Docker are provided in the documentation.

Q: What is the default mode of operation for the server? A: The default mode is stdio, designed for use with MCP hosts/clients. There is also an HTTP streamable mode.

Q: What is UBOS? A: UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent Development Platform focused on bringing AI Agents to every business department. It helps orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with enterprise data, and build custom AI Agents and Multi-Agent Systems.