AI Integration
DexPaprika Hosted MCP Server
Access real-time DeFi data in Claude, Cursor, and other MCP-compatible tools without any installation or setup. Our hosted MCP server provides instant access to comprehensive DEX data across 20+ blockchains.
Having trouble connecting? We’re here to help - reach out and we’ll get you up and running.
Why use our hosted MCP server?
Skip the installation hassle and get instant access to comprehensive DeFi data. Our hosted MCP server eliminates setup complexity while providing enterprise-grade reliability and performance. What you get instantly:- Zero setup required - just add the URL to your config
- Multiple transport options - SSE, streamable HTTP, and JSON-RPC support
- Always up-to-date - we handle updates and maintenance
- Enterprise reliability - High availability and performance
- Real-time data - live prices, volumes, and pool information
- 20+ blockchain networks - Ethereum, Solana, Base, Arbitrum, and more
Visit mcp.dexpaprika.com to explore our hosted MCP server interface and see the available data before integrating.
Quick integration guide
Claude desktop setup
Add our hosted MCP server to Claude Desktop in just 2 steps:1
Locate your configuration file
Find your Claude Desktop configuration file:
- macOS:
~/Library/Application\ Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json - Windows:
%APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json - Linux:
~/.config/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json
2
Add the hosted server configuration
If the file doesn’t exist, create it with this content:If the file already exists, add our server to the existing Save the file and restart Claude Desktop. You’re ready to go!
mcpServers object:Cursor setup
1
Access MCP settings
- Open Cursor IDE
- Go to Settings (Cmd/Ctrl + ,)
- Navigate to Tools & Integrations
- Click New MCP server
2
Configure in mcp.json
This will open the Save the file and restart Cursor if needed.
mcp.json file. Add the DexPaprika server configuration:ChatGPT integration
Want to use DexPaprika data in ChatGPT? You can integrate our API directly into ChatGPT using Actions:- Create a custom GPT in ChatGPT (requires Plus or Enterprise subscription)
- Add our OpenAPI specification from mcp.dexpaprika.com/openapi
- Start asking crypto questions directly in your ChatGPT conversations
Ready to set up ChatGPT? Follow our complete ChatGPT Actions integration guide for step-by-step instructions.
Connection options
Our hosted MCP server supports multiple transport protocols to ensure compatibility with different clients and use cases:Server-sent events (SSE) - Recommended
Server-sent events (SSE) - Recommended
Endpoint:
Benefits: Real-time streaming updates, excellent browser compatibility, automatic reconnection
Use cases: Live price monitoring, real-time pool updates, continuous market data feedsThis is the recommended option for most users as it provides the smoothest experience with popular AI tools.
https://mcp.dexpaprika.com/sseBest for: Claude Desktop, Cursor, and most MCP clientsBenefits: Real-time streaming updates, excellent browser compatibility, automatic reconnection
Use cases: Live price monitoring, real-time pool updates, continuous market data feedsThis is the recommended option for most users as it provides the smoothest experience with popular AI tools.
Streamable HTTP
Streamable HTTP
Endpoint:
Benefits: Standard HTTP protocol, works well with firewalls, easier debugging
Use cases: Integration with existing web infrastructure, corporate environments with strict network policiesPerfect for developers building custom integrations or working in environments where SSE might be restricted.
https://mcp.dexpaprika.com/streamable-httpBest for: Custom applications, web services, and clients that prefer HTTP streamingBenefits: Standard HTTP protocol, works well with firewalls, easier debugging
Use cases: Integration with existing web infrastructure, corporate environments with strict network policiesPerfect for developers building custom integrations or working in environments where SSE might be restricted.
JSON-RPC over HTTP
JSON-RPC over HTTP
Endpoint:
Benefits: Familiar REST-like interface, stateless communication, easy to cache
Use cases: Periodic data fetching, batch analysis, integration with existing JSON-RPC systemsIdeal for applications that don’t need real-time updates and prefer traditional API communication patterns.
https://mcp.dexpaprika.com/json-rpcBest for: Traditional API integrations, batch processing, simple request-response patternsBenefits: Familiar REST-like interface, stateless communication, easy to cache
Use cases: Periodic data fetching, batch analysis, integration with existing JSON-RPC systemsIdeal for applications that don’t need real-time updates and prefer traditional API communication patterns.
Getting started? Use the SSE endpoint (
https://mcp.dexpaprika.com/sse) for the best experience with Claude Desktop and Cursor. You can always switch protocols later based on your specific needs.Need help choosing? Visit mcp.dexpaprika.com to test different connection methods and see which works best for your setup.
Available features
Our hosted MCP server provides comprehensive access to DeFi data:Core data access
- Multi-chain support - 20+ blockchain networks including Ethereum, Solana, Base, Arbitrum, Polygon, and more
- Real-time prices - Live token prices and market data
- Liquidity pools - Detailed pool information, volumes, and fees
- DEX analytics - Trading data across major decentralized exchanges
- Search functionality - Find tokens, pools, and DEXes across all networks
Advanced analytics
- Historical data - Price history and trading volumes over time
- Pool monitoring - Track new pool creation and liquidity changes
- Cross-chain comparisons - Compare prices and liquidity across different networks
- Volume analysis - Trading volume trends and patterns
Usage examples
Once configured, you can ask Claude or Cursor powerful questions about DeFi data:Example queries you can make
| Category | Example Query |
|---|---|
| Basic market data | ”What are the top 5 liquidity pools by volume today?” |
| Network information | ”Which blockchain networks does DexPaprika support?” |
| Token prices | ”What’s the current price of SOL across different DEXes?” |
| Pool analysis | ”Show me the most liquid USDC/ETH pools across all networks and compare their trading fees” |
| New opportunities | ”Find newly created liquidity pools in the last 24 hours with volume over $100k” |
| Cross-chain comparison | ”Compare ETH prices between Ethereum mainnet and Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum and Base” |
| DEX performance | ”Which DEX has the highest trading volume on Solana today?” |
| Token discovery | ”Search for meme tokens with high trading volume in the last hour” |
| Arbitrage opportunities | ”Find price differences for USDC across different DEXes on Ethereum” |
Want to explore more? Visit mcp.dexpaprika.com to test the interface, check out our tutorials for step-by-step guides, or browse the API documentation for technical details.
Benefits over self-hosted solutions
| Feature | Hosted MCP | Self-Hosted MCP |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | < 2 minutes | 15-30 minutes |
| Maintenance | Zero - we handle it | Regular updates required |
| Reliability | High availability | Depends on your infrastructure |
| Performance | Optimized hosting | Limited by your server |
| Updates | Automatic | Manual intervention |
| Support | Professional support | Community only |
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions
Server not responding or connection timeout
Server not responding or connection timeout
Symptoms: Claude shows connection errors or timeouts when making requests.Solutions:
- Check your internet connection
- Restart Claude Desktop/Cursor
- Verify the configuration syntax in your config file
- Try removing and re-adding the server configuration
Configuration file not found
Configuration file not found
Symptoms: Can’t locate the Claude Desktop configuration file.Solutions:
- Create the directories if they don’t exist:
- macOS:
mkdir -p ~/Library/Application\ Support/Claude/ - Windows: Create the
Claudefolder in your%APPDATA%directory
- macOS:
- Create the
claude_desktop_config.jsonfile manually - Ensure proper JSON syntax
MCP server not listed in Claude
MCP server not listed in Claude
Symptoms: The DexPaprika server doesn’t appear in Claude’s available tools.Solutions:
- Verify JSON syntax in your configuration file
- Restart Claude Desktop completely
- Check that the server URL is correct:
https://mcp.dexpaprika.com/sse - Try removing and re-adding the server configuration
Rate limiting or API errors
Rate limiting or API errors
Symptoms: Getting rate limit errors or API failures.Solutions:
- Our hosted service includes built-in rate limiting protection
- If you’re hitting limits, contact support for assistance
- Try spacing out your requests if making many in quick succession
API coverage
Our hosted MCP server provides access to all DexPaprika API endpoints:Networks & DEXes
Access all supported blockchain networks and their available decentralized exchanges
Liquidity Pools
Comprehensive pool data including TVL, volume, fees, and token pairs
Token Information
Real-time token prices, market data, and detailed token information
Historical Data
Price history, volume trends, and historical pool performance
Search & Discovery
Powerful search across tokens, pools, and DEXes with filtering options
Real-time Updates
Live data feeds with the latest market information and trading activity
What’s next?
API Documentation
Explore all available data endpoints and their capabilities
Find New Pools
Learn how to discover newly created liquidity pools and tokens
Self-Hosted Option
Want to run your own MCP server? Check out our self-hosted guide
Historical Data
Access and analyze historical price and volume data
Need help?
Join Our Discord
Connect with our community and get real-time support from other builders
Direct Support
Reach out directly for technical support or feature requests
Looking for custom integrations? Our team can help you integrate DexPaprika data into any application or workflow. Contact us to discuss your specific needs.