No. The Blotato MCP Server runs remotely. Add the server URL and API key to your AI tool's configuration and you're ready to go.
Which AI tools are supported?
The MCP Server works with any MCP-compatible AI host, including:
Claude Desktop
Claude Code
Cursor
Any tool supporting the MCP protocol with remote HTTP servers works with Blotato.
Do I need a paid Blotato subscription?
Yes. API access (including MCP) requires a paid subscription. This keeps the platform in good standing with social media platforms by reducing spam.
Is this different from the REST API?
The MCP Server wraps the same Blotato API into 9 AI-friendly tools. Your AI host calls these tools automatically based on your prompts. You get the same functionality as the REST API without writing code.
How does authentication work?
The MCP Server uses the same blotato-api-key header as the REST API. Get your API key from Settings > API.
Do I need to know which tools to call?
No. Your AI tool reads the tool descriptions and picks the right ones based on your prompt. Say what you want in natural language and the AI figures out the right sequence of calls.
What happens if a tool call fails?
The AI tool receives an error message and decides how to proceed. Common errors include:
Invalid API key - check your config
Rate limit exceeded - wait and retry
Account not found - connect your account in Settings
How do I create and publish visuals (videos, carousels, images)?
Tell your AI tool what you want to create. For example: "Make a carousel about productivity tips and post it to Instagram." The AI tool:
Picks a template from your available templates
Generates the visual using your prompt
Waits for the visual to finish rendering
Posts it to the platform you specified
Where do I get my account IDs?
You do not need account IDs when using the MCP Server. The AI tool calls blotato_list_accounts to find the right account based on your prompt. For example, if you say "post to my Twitter," the tool looks up your Twitter account automatically.
