Ahrefs

What is Ahrefs Universal MCP Server?

The Ahrefs Universal MCP Server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) designed to provide programmatic access to Ahrefs' SEO data and services. It acts as a standardized interface, allowing users to interact with Ahrefs' tools through a unified API. This server is built using the Universal MCP framework, ensuring compatibility with other MCP-compliant services and tools.

How to use Ahrefs Universal MCP Server?

There are two primary ways to use the Ahrefs Universal MCP Server:

1. Directly from agentr.dev: Visit agentr.dev and enable Ahrefs through their platform. If you are new to Universal MCP, follow the setup instructions at agentr.dev/quickstart.
2. Local Development: For developers, the project can be set up locally. This involves installing Python 3.11+ and uv, syncing project dependencies using uv sync, activating the virtual environment, and then starting the MCP Inspector with mcp dev src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/server.py or installing the application with mcp install src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/server.py.

Key Features of Ahrefs Universal MCP Server

• Standardized Interface: Provides a unified API for accessing Ahrefs' tools and services.
• Programmatic Access: Enables automated retrieval and analysis of SEO data.
• Universal MCP Compliance: Ensures interoperability with other MCP-compliant services.
• Local Development Support: Offers a clear setup process for developers to work with the server locally.
• Comprehensive Toolset: A full list of available tools can be found within the project's src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/README.md.

Use Cases of Ahrefs Universal MCP Server

• SEO Data Integration: Integrate Ahrefs' backlink, keyword, and site audit data into custom applications or dashboards.
• Automated SEO Reporting: Generate automated reports on website performance and SEO metrics.
• Competitive Analysis: Programmatically analyze competitor SEO strategies.
• Custom SEO Tools: Build bespoke SEO tools and workflows leveraging Ahrefs' data.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on SEO trends and data.

FAQ about Ahrefs Universal MCP Server

• What is Universal MCP? Universal MCP (Model Context Protocol) is a framework that provides a standardized interface for interacting with various tools and services through a unified API.
• Where can I find the list of available tools? The full list of available tools is located at ./src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/README.md within the project repository.
• What are the prerequisites for local development? You need Python 3.11+ and uv installed globally.
• How do I start the MCP Inspector? After setting up the development environment, run mcp dev src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/server.py.
• Is there a quick way to get started without local setup? Yes, you can start using Ahrefs directly from agentr.dev by enabling it through their platform.

Ahrefs Universal MCP Server

This repository contains an implementation of an Ahrefs Universal MCP (Model Context Protocol) server. It provides a standardized interface for interacting with Ahrefs's tools and services through a unified API.

The server is built using the Universal MCP framework.

This implementation follows the MCP specification, ensuring compatibility with other MCP-compliant services and tools.

Usage

You can start using Ahrefs directly from agentr.dev. Visit agentr.dev/apps and enable Ahrefs.

If you have not used universal mcp before follow the setup instructions at agentr.dev/quickstart

Available Tools

The full list of available tools is at ./src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/README.md

Local Development

📋 Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following before you begin:

• Python 3.11+ (recommended)
• uv (install globally with pip install uv)

🛠️ Setup Instructions

Follow the steps below to set up your development environment:

1. Sync Project Dependencies

   uv sync
   

   This installs all dependencies from pyproject.toml into a local virtual environment (.venv).

2. Activate the Virtual Environment

   For Linux/macOS:

   source .venv/bin/activate
   

   For Windows (PowerShell):

   .venv\Scripts\Activate
   

3. Start the MCP Inspector

   mcp dev src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/server.py
   

   This will start the MCP inspector. Make note of the address and port shown in the console output.

4. Install the Application

   mcp install src/universal_mcp_ahrefs/server.py
   

📁 Project Structure

.
├── src/
│   └── universal_mcp_ahrefs/
│       ├── __init__.py       # Package initializer
│       ├── server.py            # Server entry point
│       ├── app.py            # Application tools
│       └── README.md         # List of application tools
├── tests/                    # Test suite
├── .env                      # Environment variables for local development
├── pyproject.toml            # Project configuration
└── README.md                 # This file

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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