Wolfram Alpha
A Python-powered Model Context Protocol MCP server and client that uses Wolfram Alpha via API.
What is Wolfram Alpha?
Wolfram Alpha is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to python-powered model context protocol mcp server and client that uses wolfram alpha via api.
A Python-powered Model Context Protocol MCP server and client that uses Wolfram Alpha via API.
This server falls under the Data Science & ML category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- A Python-powered Model Context Protocol MCP server and clien
Use Cases
Maintainer
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Installation
Manual Installation
npx mcp-wolframalphaConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Wolfram Alpha
The Wolfram Alpha MCP server connects AI assistants to Wolfram Alpha's computational knowledge engine, enabling queries for mathematics, science, unit conversions, and factual data. Built in Python, it bridges Claude and similar MCP clients to Wolfram's Full Results API so you can solve equations, explore scientific constants, and retrieve structured computational answers in real time. This is ideal for developers, students, and researchers who want their AI assistant to produce precise, computed results rather than approximations from training data.
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or later installed on your system
- A Wolfram Alpha developer account and App ID (free tier available at developer.wolframalpha.com)
- Git to clone the repository
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop or VS Code with the MCP extension
- uv or pip for Python dependency management
Clone the repository
Clone the mcp-wolframalpha repository from GitHub to your local machine.
git clone https://github.com/akalaric/mcp-wolframalpha.git
cd mcp-wolframalphaInstall Python dependencies
Install all required packages using uv (recommended) or pip. The project uses a requirements.txt for pip users.
uv sync
# or with pip:
pip install -r requirements.txtCreate a .env file with your API key
Create a .env file in the project root and add your Wolfram Alpha App ID. Obtain a free App ID at developer.wolframalpha.com/portal/myapps.
WOLFRAM_API_KEY=YOUR_WOLFRAM_APP_ID_HERETest the server locally
Run the server directly to verify it starts without errors before connecting your MCP client.
python main.pyConfigure your MCP client
Add the server to your Claude Desktop config file (claude_desktop_config.json). Point the args to the absolute path of the server.py file in the cloned repo.
Wolfram Alpha Examples
Client configuration
Add this block to your claude_desktop_config.json under mcpServers. Replace /path/to with the actual path where you cloned the repo.
{
"mcpServers": {
"WolframAlphaServer": {
"command": "python3",
"args": ["/path/to/mcp-wolframalpha/src/core/server.py"]
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example queries you can send once the server is connected to your AI assistant.
- "What is the integral of x^2 sin(x) dx?"
- "Convert 150 pounds to kilograms and give me the exact value."
- "What is the speed of light in miles per second?"
- "Solve the quadratic equation 3x^2 - 5x + 2 = 0."
- "What is the population density of Japan?"Troubleshooting Wolfram Alpha
Server starts but returns 'Invalid App ID' errors
Verify that WOLFRAM_API_KEY in your .env file matches the App ID shown in the Wolfram Alpha developer portal exactly — including any uppercase letters. Free App IDs only support the Short Answers API; if you need Full Results, request a different API product.
ModuleNotFoundError when starting the server
Ensure you installed dependencies in the same Python environment you are using to run the server. If using uv, run `uv run python src/core/server.py` to ensure the managed virtualenv is active. If using pip, activate your virtual environment first.
Claude Desktop does not see the server
Confirm the absolute path in claude_desktop_config.json is correct and points to server.py. Restart Claude Desktop after saving the config file. Check the Claude Desktop logs for MCP startup errors.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wolfram Alpha
What is Wolfram Alpha?
Wolfram Alpha is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that python-powered model context protocol mcp server and client that uses wolfram alpha via api. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Wolfram Alpha?
Follow the installation instructions on the Wolfram Alpha GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Wolfram Alpha?
Wolfram Alpha works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Wolfram Alpha free to use?
Yes, Wolfram Alpha is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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