Coincap MCP: Real-Time Insights & Instant Market Analysis

Unlock real-time crypto insights with Coincap MCP – seamlessly integrate Coincap API data for reliable, instant market analysis. Elevate your strategy today!

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About Coincap MCP

What is Coincap MCP: Real-Time Insights & Instant Market Analysis?

Coincap MCP is a dedicated server module designed to provide real-time cryptocurrency data integration directly within Claude Desktop. It simplifies access to CoinCap's public API, offering instant market analysis without requiring API keys or user registration. This tool empowers users to retrieve price data, track market caps, and explore available crypto assets effortlessly.

How to Use Coincap MCP: Real-Time Insights & Instant Market Analysis?

To start, follow these steps:

Install via Smithery: Run npx -y @smithery/cli install coincap-mcp --client claude for automatic setup.
Manual Configuration: Add the provided JSON snippet to your Claude Desktop config file, specifying Node.js and npx as prerequisites.
Launch: Open Claude Desktop to begin querying crypto data immediately.

For advanced users, local development options include building from source using npm and configuring auto-rebuild workflows.

Coincap MCP Features

Key Features of Coincap MCP: Real-Time Insights & Instant Market Analysis?

Instant API Access: Fetch real-time price data, market caps, and asset lists without authentication.
Tool-Based Queries: Leverage pre-built tools like Bitcoin Price Tool and Get Crypto Price Tool for parameter-driven responses.
Platform Compatibility: Supports macOS and Windows with straightforward path configurations.
Developer-Friendly: Open-source MIT license and modular structure for customization.

Use Cases of Coincap MCP: Real-Time Insights & Instant Market Analysis?

Common applications include:

Quick price checks for Bitcoin, Ethereum, or niche cryptocurrencies.
Market research for tracking asset performance and market cap rankings.
Automating data workflows in financial analysis or trading strategies.
Custom tool development using CoinCap's API endpoints.

Coincap MCP FAQ

FAQ: Troubleshooting & Best Practices

Q: Why use Coincap MCP over manual API calls?
A: Streamlined integration with Claude Desktop and simplified authentication save time for routine queries.
Q: Can I modify the server code?
A: Yes, the MIT license allows customization for specialized use cases.
Q: What if configuration paths fail?
A: Verify Node.js/npx installation and check file permissions for your OS.

Content

Coincap MCP

What does this server do?

Allows you to query crypto information from coincap's public API - no API keys or registration required

🚀 Quick Start

To get started, add this configuration to your Claude Desktop config file:

MacOS : ~/Library/Application\ Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
Windows : %APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mongodb": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["coincap-mcp"]
    }
  }
}

Installing via Smithery

To install Coincap for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:

npx -y @smithery/cli install coincap-mcp --client claude

Prerequisites

Node.js 18+
npx

Then, launch Claude Desktop and you're ready to go!

Sample Prompts

What is the price of bitcoin?
What are the available crypto assets?
What is the market cap of ethereum?

Tools

Bitcoin Price Tool

Gets price for Bitcoin specifically, it's a simple example of a primitive API call tool

Get Crypto Price Tool

Gets price for any cryptocurrency available on coincap API. It's a good example of how to get mandatory parameter data for your tool calls

List Assets

Gets a list of all crypto assets available in coincap API

Development - local build

To build it locally:

On MacOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json On Windows: %APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "coincap-mcp": {
      "command": "/path/to/coincap-mcp/build/index.js"
    }
  }
}

Development

Install dependencies:

npm install

Build the server:

npm run build

For development with auto-rebuild:

npm run watch

📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.