mcp-coincap-jj

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About mcp-coincap-jj

A (MCP) server that provides comprehensive cryptocurrency analysis using the CoinCap APIv3. This server offers real-time price data, market analysis, and historical trends through an easy-to-use interface.

#crypto #cryptocurrency #market-analysis

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-coincap-jj": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@bujaayjaay/mcp-coincap-jj"
      ],
      "env": {
        "COINCAP_API_KEY": "INPUT_YOUR_API_KEY_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Tools

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Overview

What is mcp-coincap-jj?

mcp-coincap-jj is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides comprehensive cryptocurrency analysis using the CoinCap v3 API. It offers real-time price data, market analysis, and historical trends through an easy-to-use interface, designed for developers and Claude Desktop users.

How to use mcp-coincap-jj?

Install via npx and configure your MCP client (e.g., Claude Desktop) with the command npx -y @bujaayjaay/mcp-coincap-jj and set the COINCAP_API_KEY environment variable. Optionally install locally by cloning the repository or using Smithery with smithery install @bujaayjaay/mcp-coincap-jj.

Key features of mcp-coincap-jj

Real-time cryptocurrency price and 24‑hour stats
Detailed market analysis including top exchanges by volume
Historical price analysis with customizable time intervals
Supports up to 30 days of historical data
VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) calculation
Simple prompts for querying BTC, ETH, DOGE, and more

Use cases of mcp-coincap-jj

Get current price and 24‑hour stats for any cryptocurrency
Analyze market depth and volume distribution across exchanges
Review historical price trends and volatility for trading research
Integrate crypto data into Claude Desktop conversations

FAQ from mcp-coincap-jj

How does this fork differ from the original mcp-crypto-price?

It updates the API to CoinCap v3 (the v2 is being sunset) and includes additional improvements and testing.

Do I need an API key to use mcp-coincap-jj?

Yes, you must obtain a CoinCap API key from their website because the v3 API requires one.

What are the system requirements?

You need Node.js installed. The server runs via npx and works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

How can I install mcp-coincap-jj using Smithery?

Run smithery install @bujaayjaay/mcp-coincap-jj and you will be prompted to enter your CoinCap API key during setup.

What tools are available in mcp-coincap-jj?

Three tools: get-crypto-price for current price and 24h stats, get-market-analysis for exchange and volume data, and get-historical-analysis for customizable historical trends.

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