
Gemini MCP server
Model Context Protocol server for Google Gemini AI with chat, research, and grounding
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Gemini tools (8)
write = sends, deletes, buys or postsRead from the package source without running it. The installed server may list more.
analyze_imageAnalyze and extract information from one or more images using Gemini multimodal understanding.
describe_imageAnalyze and describe one or more images using Gemini multimodal understanding.
gemini_chatChat with Google Gemini models
gemini_deep_researchConduct deep research on complex topics using iterative multi-step analysis with Gemini.
gemini_helpGet comprehensive help about Gemini MCP features, settings, and best practices
gemini_list_modelsList available Gemini models and their descriptions
gemini_prompt_assistantGet expert prompt templates and guidance for Gemini image generation.
load_image_from_pathRead a local image file and return it as base64-encoded data ready to pass to
Public scan report
scanner v0.1.10 · 2026-11-01 · same rubric, same numbers if you re-run it
- Code scan105 source files scanned25/25
- –Live reliabilityno gateway calls yet and no remote to proben/a
- –Tool poisoningtools not inspected (local package is not executed); not countedn/a
- Auth qualitystatic API keys via environment variables6/15
- Maintenancelast push 2 days ago15/15
- Maintainer identityregistry namespace matches repository owner; GitHub account older than a year9/10
How Gemini compares
Against every graded AI and agents MCP server, from our own scans and uptime checks. Updated after each scan run.
- Safety score
- 85/100
- higher than 75% of 4,456 AI and agents servers
- Tools
- 8
- the typical AI and agents server has 7
- Tools that change things
- 0%
- typical: 3%. Fewer write tools means less an agent can break
- GitHub stars
- 34
- more than 91% of 2,733 AI and agents servers
- Downloads a week
- 5,335
- more than 95% of 1,712 AI and agents servers with a package
What its tools let an agent do: 8 read
Release history: 8 versions in the registry since 2026-08-08, latest 2026-10-24, typically one every 8 days.
Install Gemini in Claude Code, Cursor or VS Code
Runs npx -y @houtini/gemini-mcp on your machine. Read the scan report first; the gateway never runs local packages.
claude mcp add gemini -- npx -y @houtini/gemini-mcp
What the publisher says
From the Gemini repository's README, as published. We do not edit it. Read it on GitHub
Gemini MCP - Google Gemini image generation, video and search grounding inside Claude
I've been running this Gemini MCP server in my Claude Desktop setup for months. It's one of the few I leave on permanently — not because Gemini replaces Claude, but because grounded search, image generation, SVG diagrams, and video are things Gemini does well. Having them as tools inside Claude beats switching browser tabs.
Thirteen tools, covering the models people actually come looking for: Nano Banana Pro (gemini-3-pro-image-preview) for image generation, Veo 3.1 for video with synchronised audio, and Gemini 3.1 Pro for chat and deep research with Google Search grounding. Images, SVGs and video preview inline in Claude Desktop through MCP Apps rather than landing as a file path you have to go and open.
One npx command.
Quick Navigation
Get started | What it does | SVG generation | Image output | Configuration | Tools | Models | Requirements
What it looks like
Generated images, SVGs, and videos render inline in Claude Desktop with zoom controls, file paths, and prompt context:
Get started in two minutes
Step 1: Get a Gemini API key
Go to Google AI Studio and create one. The free tier covers most development use — you'll hit rate limits on deep research if you're hammering it, but for day-to-day work it's fine.
Step 2: Add to your Claude Desktop config
Config file locations:
- Windows: C:\Users\{username}\AppData\Roaming\Claude\claudedesktopconfig.json
- macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claudedesktopconfig.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"gemini": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["@houtini/gemini-mcp"],
"env": {
"GEMINI_API_KEY": "your-api-key-here"
}
}
}
}Step 3: Restart Claude Desktop
That's it. Tools show up automatically. npx pulls the package on first run — no separate install needed.
Local build instead
For development, or if you'd rather not rely on npx:
git clone https://github.com/houtini-ai/gemini-mcp
cd gemini-mcp
npm install --include=dev
npm run buildThen point your config at the local build:
Shortened. The full README is on GitHub.
Nothing above is checked by us. What we check is on the safety report.
Gemini: common questions
- Is Gemini MCP server safe?
- Yes, by our scan: it is graded A (85/100). Read the Gemini safety report
- How do I install Gemini?
- It runs on your machine. Copy the Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code or Claude Desktop config from the install section.
- Does Gemini need an API key?
- Yes. The registry entry asks for
GEMINI_API_KEY. - Is Gemini maintained?
- The last commit was 16 days ago (2026-10-31). The latest release is v2.10.1.
- What can I use instead of Gemini?
- Servers from other publishers that do the same job: Agent-Native Slides MCP server and Alibaba Cloud DashScope — Qwen MCP server.
- How does Gemini compare with other AI and agents MCP servers?
- safety score 85/100 (higher than 75% of 4,456 AI and agents servers); tools 8 (the typical AI and agents server has 7); tools that change things 0% (typical: 3%. Fewer write tools means less an agent can break). Full comparison.
Alternatives to Gemini
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- Agent-Native SlidesAgent-Native Google Slides - generate and edit React presentationsnot reviewedEstablishedA
- Alibaba Cloud DashScope — QwenAlibaba Cloud DashScope MCP: Qwen chat, embeddings, and model discovery on your own account.not reviewedEstablishedB