Youtube Uploader MCP

What is YouTube Uploader MCP?

YouTube Uploader MCP is an AI-powered tool designed to streamline the process of uploading videos to YouTube. It eliminates the need for command-line interfaces (CLI) or direct interaction with YouTube Studio, offering a more user-friendly experience. A key aspect of this tool is its commitment to privacy and security, ensuring that no secrets are shared with LLMs or third-party applications. It is also completely free to use.

How to use YouTube Uploader MCP?

To use YouTube Uploader MCP, follow these steps:

Download the Binary: Visit the Releases page and download the appropriate binary for your operating system (Linux, macOS, or Windows).
Make it Executable (Linux/macOS): If you are on Linux or macOS, make the downloaded binary executable using chmod +x path/to/youtube-uploader-mcp-<os>-<arch>.
Configure MCP: Configure the MCP in your client (e.g., Claude Desktop or Cursor) by adding a JSON configuration that specifies the command and arguments for the youtube-uploader-mcp executable and the path to your client_secret.json file.
Set Up Google OAuth 2.0: Obtain a client_secret.json file from the Google Developer Console by following the step-by-step guide in youtube_oauth2_setup.md.

Key Features of YouTube Uploader MCP

AI-powered Uploads: Simplifies video uploads to YouTube using AI capabilities.
No CLI or YouTube Studio: Eliminates the need for command-line interfaces or direct use of YouTube Studio.
Enhanced Security: Ensures no secrets are shared with LLMs or third-party applications.
OAuth2 Authentication: Implements a secure OAuth2 authentication flow for YouTube API access.
Token Management: Handles access token and refresh token management automatically.
Multi-Channel Support: Allows uploading to multiple YouTube channels.
Free of Cost: The tool is completely free to use.

Use Cases of YouTube Uploader MCP

Automated Video Uploads: Ideal for content creators or businesses looking to automate their YouTube video upload process.
Integration with AI Clients: Seamlessly integrates with MCP Clients like Claude, Cursor, or VS Code for AI-driven workflows.
Secure Uploads: Provides a secure method for uploading videos without exposing sensitive information.
Batch Uploads: While not explicitly stated, the automation aspect suggests potential for batch uploading videos efficiently.

FAQ from YouTube Uploader MCP

Is it free? Yes, the tool is completely free of cost.
Does it share my secrets with LLMs or third-party apps? No, it is designed to ensure no secrets are ever shared with LLMs or third-party applications.
Do I need to use the YouTube Studio or CLI? No, the tool eliminates the need for both the YouTube Studio and CLI for uploading videos.
How do I get the client_secret.json file? You need to set up Google OAuth 2.0 and follow the guide in youtube_oauth2_setup.md to obtain this file.

AI‑powered YouTube uploader—no CLI, no YouTube Studio, and no secrets ever shared with LLMs or third‑party apps and all free of cost! It includes OAuth2 authentication, token management, and video upload functionality.

Features

Upload videos to YouTube from MCP Client(Claude/Cursor/VS Code)
OAuth2 authentication flow
Access token and refresh token management
Multi Channel Support

Demo

output

Getting Started

Visit the Releases page and download the appropriate binary for your operating system:

youtube-uploader-mcp-linux-amd64
youtube-uploader-mcp-darwin-arm64
youtube-uploader-mcp-windows-amd64.exe
etc.

You can use the latest versioned tag, e.g., v1.0.0.

2. Make it Executable (Linux/macOS)

chmod +x path/to/youtube-uploader-mcp-<os>-<arch>

3. Configure MCP (e.g., in Claude Desktop or Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "youtube-uploader-mcp": {
      "command": "/absolute/path/to/youtube-uploader-mcp-<os>-<arch>",
      "args": [
        "-client_secret_file",
        "/absolute/path/to/client_secret.json(See Below)"
      ]
    }
  }
}

4. Set Up Google OAuth 2.0

To upload to YouTube, you must configure OAuth and get a client_secret.json file from the Google Developer Console.

➡️ Follow the guide in youtube_oauth2_setup.md for a step-by-step walkthrough.

Usage

main.go: Entry point for the CLI
main/: Additional main package files
youtube/: YouTube API integration (OAuth, video upload, config)
tool/: Command-line tools for authentication, token, and upload
hook/, logn/: Supporting packages

Youtube Uploader MCP