Frequently Asked Questions about Olostep MCP Server

Q: What is Olostep MCP Server?

A: Olostep MCP Server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) that allows AI models to access and interact with web data. It provides tools for web scraping, content extraction, and Google search.

Q: What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

A: MCP is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to Large Language Models (LLMs).

Q: How do I get an Olostep API key?

A: You can obtain an API key by signing up on the Olostep website.

Q: What are the key features of Olostep MCP Server?

A: Key features include web page content extraction with clean markdown formatting, Google search results extraction, website URL discovery, country-specific request routing, configurable wait times for JavaScript-heavy websites, and comprehensive error handling.

Q: What tools are available in the Olostep MCP Server?

A: The server provides three main tools: get_webpage_content (for scraping web pages), get_website_urls (for discovering URLs on a website), and google_search (for retrieving Google search results).

Q: How do I install Olostep MCP Server?

A: You can install it using npx or npm. You can also integrate it with platforms like Claude Desktop, Windsurf, and Cursor, following the provided instructions for each platform.

Q: What environment variables do I need to configure?

A: You need to set the OLOSTEP_API_KEY environment variable to your Olostep API key.

Q: How does the server handle errors?

A: The server provides detailed error messages for API issues, network errors, authentication failures, and rate limit information.

Q: Can I use Olostep MCP Server for country-specific content?

A: Yes, the server supports country-specific request routing, allowing you to retrieve localized content.

Q: How does Olostep MCP Server integrate with UBOS?

A: Olostep MCP Server complements the UBOS platform by providing a seamless way to access and integrate web data into AI agent workflows, enhancing their ability to perform complex tasks and deliver valuable insights.