How do I install Zoteus?

Zoteus supports both local and remote installation. For local use, install it via npm (npx) and add the configuration to your AI app. For remote access, add the server URL to your MCP configuration.

Is Zoteus safe to use?

Zoteus was flagged by MCP Marketplace's security scan, scoring 4.8/10 (high risk). It has 2 high or critical findings to review. Review the security report on this page carefully before installing it.

What credentials does Zoteus need?

Zoteus requires the following credentials or environment variables: ZOTERO_API_KEY, ZOTEUS_LOCAL, ZOTEUS_ALLOW_DELETE. You can find setup instructions on the server detail page.

What AI apps work with Zoteus?

Zoteus uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and works with any MCP-compatible AI app, including Claude, ChatGPT / Codex, Gemini, Copilot, Cursor, and more.

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Zoteus MCP Server

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The everything Zotero MCP server — Web API v3 + local API, safe writes, citations, search.

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The everything Zotero MCP server — Web API v3 + local API, safe writes, citations, search.

Security Report

4.8

Use Caution4.8High Risk

Zoteus is a well-architected MCP server with strong security practices for its use case. Authentication is properly gated behind API keys and local desktop app credentials, permissions are narrowly scoped to Zotero integration, and the codebase demonstrates careful handling of sensitive data. Minor code quality observations around error handling and logging do not materially impact security. Supply chain analysis found 3 known vulnerabilities in dependencies (2 critical, 0 high severity). Package verification found 1 issue.

3 files analyzed · 8 issues found

Security scores are indicators to help you make informed decisions, not guarantees. Always review permissions before connecting any MCP server.

Permissions Required

This plugin requests these system permissions. Most are normal for its category.

env_vars

Check that this permission is expected for this type of plugin.

HTTP Network Access

Connects to external APIs or services over the internet.

File System Read

Reads files on your machine. Normal for tools that analyze or process local data.

File System Write

Writes or modifies files on your machine. Check that this is expected for the tool.

What You'll Need

Set these up before or after installing:

Zotero API key (writes/sync/groups; optional for local-only reads).Required

Environment variable: ZOTERO_API_KEY

Use the Zotero desktop local API: auto | on | off.Optional

Environment variable: ZOTEUS_LOCAL

Set to true to enable permanent deletion (off by default).Optional

Environment variable: ZOTEUS_ALLOW_DELETE

How to Install & Connect

Available as Local & Remote

This plugin can run on your machine or connect to a hosted endpoint. during install.

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