Frequently Asked Questions about Brave Search MCP Server for UBOS

Q: What is the Brave Search MCP Server?

A: The Brave Search MCP (Model Context Protocol) Server is an implementation that integrates the Brave Search API with the UBOS platform. It allows AI Agents running on UBOS to perform web and local searches.

Q: What are the key features of the Brave Search MCP Server?

A: Key features include web search with pagination and filtering, local search with automatic fallback to web search, and flexible filtering options to control result types and content freshness.

Q: How do I get a Brave Search API key?

A: Sign up for a Brave Search API account at https://brave.com/search/api/ and generate an API key from the developer dashboard at https://api-dashboard.search.brave.com/app/keys.

Q: How do I configure the Brave Search MCP Server with UBOS?

A: You can configure the server using Docker or NPX. Detailed instructions are provided in the overview section of this document.

Q: Can I use the Brave Search MCP Server with VS Code?

A: Yes, you can configure the server with VS Code using the one-click installation buttons or by manually adding a JSON block to your User Settings (JSON) file.

Q: What is UBOS and how does it relate to the Brave Search MCP Server?

A: UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent development platform that allows businesses to orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with enterprise data, build custom AI Agents, and create Multi-Agent Systems. The Brave Search MCP Server enhances the capabilities of UBOS AI Agents by providing access to real-time web and local search data.

Q: What license is the Brave Search MCP Server released under?

A: This MCP server is licensed under the MIT License. You are free to use, modify, and distribute the software, subject to the terms and conditions of the MIT License.

Q: What kind of search queries can AI Agents perform using Brave Search MCP Server?

A: AI Agents can perform general queries, news searches, and local business searches. They can also filter based on safety levels and content freshness.

Q: What happens if no local search results are found?

A: The local search automatically falls back to web search, ensuring a comprehensive set of information.

Q: Where can I find more information about UBOS?

A: Visit the UBOS website at https://ubos.tech for more information about our platform and its capabilities.