# iQiyi Open Platform MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > iQiyi Open Platform MCP. Connect your AI client to China's biggest video streaming service to pull user profiles, check VIP memberships, and search the entire movie and show library in seconds. No more manual portal navigation. ## Overview - **Category:** industry-titans - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_NzkatpxYT9I8yY7bqgpOPdNltMvM3oT5sjWj9epr/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** video-streaming, user-profile, membership-management, content-discovery, media-data, vip-status ## Description This Connector lets your AI agent act as a direct bridge to the iQiyi ecosystem. Instead of jumping between browser tabs to check a user's subscription level or digging through a massive database to find a specific title, you just ask your agent. It handles the heavy lifting of pulling nickname data, verifying if a user is actually a VIP, and checking when their membership expires. If you're tracking what's trending or need to pull a specific list of orders, the agent does it instantly. It turns iQiyi from a web portal you have to navigate into a data source your AI can actually work with. You'll find this is a massive time-saver because it pulls straight from the source, so the data is always current. When you connect it through the Vinkius catalog, it becomes a core part of your research or management workflow. You're not just looking at a list of shows; you're getting real-time insights into the content and the people watching it. ## Tools ### get_content_metadata Pull detailed metadata for a specific video title. Use this to get deep info on a particular show. ### get_order_info Get the specific details for a single user order. This provides a closer look at a specific transaction. ### search_video_content Search for specific movies or shows in the iQiyi library. This finds content quickly based on your query. ### get_video_rankings Get the latest popular rankings for movies and shows. This helps you see what's trending right now. ### get_vip_status Check a user's current VIP membership level and expiration date. Use this to verify active subscriptions instantly. ### list_user_orders See a full list of orders associated with a user. This is great for auditing purchase history. ### get_user_profile Retrieve basic profile information like nicknames and unique identifiers. This is the first step in user orchestration. ### list_video_categories Get a list of all available content categories on the platform. Use this to browse the library structure. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` What are the top trending movies on iQiyi right now? ``` **Response:** ``` Here are the current top trending titles on iQiyi: | Rank | Title | Category | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | The Wandering Earth | Sci-Fi | | 2 | Story of Yanxi Palace | Drama | | 3 | Battle of the Exes | Comedy | Would you like me to pull more details on any of these titles? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Check if the user with ID 998877 is a VIP. ``` **Response:** ``` I've checked the status for user **998877**: * **Membership Level:** Gold VIP (Level 5) * **Status:** Active * **Expiration Date:** 2024-12-31 Should I also pull their recent order history? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Search for 'The Wandering Earth' and tell me the category. ``` **Response:** ``` I found **'The Wandering Earth' (2019)** in the iQiyi library. * **Category:** Sci-Fi / Action * **Availability:** Streaming now I can also pull the full metadata for this movie if you need it. ``` ## Capabilities ### Pull user nicknames and IDs Retrieve basic profile metadata for users on the platform. ### Check real-time VIP status Verify membership levels and subscription expiration dates instantly. ### Search the iQiyi library Find specific movies and shows across the entire content catalog. ### List all user orders Retrieve detailed histories of user purchases and membership packages. ### View popular rankings Get real-time data on what content is currently trending. ### Check API connectivity Verify the status of the gateway to ensure the connection is active. ## Use Cases ### Trend Reporting An analyst needs to know what's hot. They ask the agent to find the top 10 trending shows, and the agent uses get_video_rankings to provide an instant list. ### VIP Auditing A platform manager needs to see if a user is still active. They ask the agent to check the VIP status for a specific ID, and it uses get_vip_status to confirm the level and expiry. ### Content Research A developer needs to know what's in the library. They ask the agent to list all categories, and the agent uses list_video_categories to map out the content. ### Order Verification A customer support lead needs to see a specific purchase. They ask the agent to find order details, and the agent uses get_order_info to show the transaction. ## Benefits - Stop manual portal browsing by letting your agent pull iQiyi content metadata using get_content_metadata instantly. - Verify subscriptions faster by checking membership levels and dates with get_vip_status instead of opening multiple tabs. - Automate trend reports by pulling the latest popular rankings with get_video_rankings for your weekly analysis. - Audit user purchases without the headache by listing all order histories using list_user_orders in one go. - Quickly identify content types by pulling the full category list with list_video_categories to map out the library. - Keep your data accurate by pulling live user profile details with get_user_profile rather than relying on old spreadsheets. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get direct access to iQiyi data without leaving your chat interface. 1. Subscribe to the iQiyi Open Platform MCP on Vinkius. 2. Enter your iQiyi AppKey and MD5 Key in the configuration. 3. Ask your AI client to check a VIP status or search for a specific movie. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can I use the iQiyi Open Platform MCP to check user memberships?** Yes. This Connector lets your AI agent check real-time VIP statuses, membership levels, and expiration dates for any user on the platform. **How do I get trending content from iQiyi with this Connector?** Your agent can pull the latest popular rankings instantly. You can ask for trending movies, shows, or specific categories to see what's hot right now. **Can this Connector help me audit user orders?** Absolutely. You can ask your agent to list all orders for a specific user or pull the detailed metadata for a single transaction to verify purchase history. **What kind of content can I search for using the iQiyi Open Platform MCP?** You can search the entire iQiyi library for movies and shows. Your agent can then provide details like categories and specific metadata for those titles. **Is it easy to set up the iQiyi Open Platform MCP for my agent?** It's very straightforward. Once you subscribe on Vinkius and enter your AppKey and MD5 Key, your AI client can start interacting with iQiyi data immediately. **Can I use this to see what movies are popular in China?** Yes, since iQiyi is a leading Chinese video platform, the ranking tools provided by this Connector are a great way to monitor what's currently popular in that market. **How do I find my iQiyi AppKey and MD5 Key?** Log in to the [iQiyi Open Platform](https://open.iqiyi.com/), register your application, and you will find your AppKey and MD5 Key in the application details or basic info section. **What is an 'authToken'?** The `authToken` is a unique string representing a logged-in user's session. It is obtained after a user successfully authorizes through iQiyi's OAuth flow and is required for user-specific data like VIP status. **Does this server handle MD5 signature calculation?** Yes! The server automatically sorts your parameters and calculates the required MD5 signature using your provided MD5 Key for every request, ensuring secure authorized communication.