# Product Hunt MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> Product Hunt MCP gives your AI client direct access to the latest tech launches and trending products. You can browse daily posts, run custom GraphQL queries against the Product Hunt API 2.0 schema, and manage your viewer profile status. It turns your agent into a real-time trend scout for product discovery and competitor analysis.

## Overview
- **Category:** marketing-automation
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_OZIGtBj6YPXoQH0vDkBlCeEBR7yX7CNLdrllidHN/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** product-discovery, tech-trends, market-intelligence, startup-launch, community-engagement

## Description

Imagine you're trying to keep a pulse on the latest tech launches without constantly refreshing tabs or scrolling through endless feeds. This Connector lets your AI agent do the heavy lifting for you. Instead of manually hunting for what's trending, you can ask your agent to pull the latest posts or find specific types of products based on your criteria. It connects directly to the Product Hunt ecosystem, allowing you to pull deep data using custom GraphQL queries. This means you can get specific metrics or details that aren't always visible on the surface. Whether you're looking for inspiration for a new feature or trying to see how a competitor's launch is performing, your agent can grab that info in seconds. You can even have it check your own viewer profile or handle the token exchange to keep your integrations running smoothly. It's a huge time saver for anyone who needs to stay ahead of the curve in the startup world. By adding this to your Vinkius catalog, you turn a manual research task into a simple conversation with your AI client.

## Tools

### get_my_profile
Get account info

### get_product_reviews
Read user reviews

### get_post_details
Get product info

### get_topic_info
Get topic details

### list_user_goals
Check maker goals

### list_curated_collections
List featured collections

### list_product_makers
Get makers info

### list_new_launches
List latest products

### list_featured_posts
List front-page products

### list_trending_products
List top products

### list_discovery_topics
List product categories

### search_products
Find products

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
What are the top 3 products launched today?
```

**Response:** 
```
I've checked the latest posts. Here are the top 3:

* **Tool A** - A new productivity app.
* **Tool B** - An AI-powered CRM.
* **Tool C** - A developer utility for VS Code.

Would you like me to pull more details on any of these?
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Run a GraphQL query to get the names of the last 5 posts.
```

**Response:** 
```
I've executed that for you. Here are the most recent additions:

1. EcoTrack
2. NovaStream
3. QuickTask
4. BeamSync
5. OrbitFlow
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Who am I logged in as on Product Hunt?
```

**Response:** 
```
You are currently authenticated as **ProductEnthusiast99**. Your connection is active and ready for queries.
```

## Capabilities

### Browse latest product launches
Fetch the most recent and popular posts from Product Hunt to see what's trending.

### Run custom GraphQL queries
Execute arbitrary queries to pull specific data points from the Product Hunt API 2.0 schema.

### Check viewer profile status
Retrieve information about the currently authenticated user to verify permissions.

### Manage client access tokens
Exchange credentials for access tokens to maintain active application-level integrations.

### Track tech trends in real-time
Monitor the startup ecosystem for new products and engagement patterns automatically.

## Use Cases

### Competitor Research
A PM asks the agent to find all AI writing tools launched in the last 7 days to see how the market is shifting.

### Trend Spotting
A founder wants to see what's trending in Fintech to find a niche for their new app.

### Data Analysis
A dev runs a GraphQL query to get specific engagement numbers for a list of products to build a dashboard.

### Profile Management
A user wants to check if their viewer profile is correctly authenticated before running a complex query.

## Benefits

- Stop manual searching by having your agent pull the latest posts using get_posts.
- Access deep data points that standard browsing misses by using execute_graphql.
- Keep your integrations running without manual resets by using get_client_token.
- Verify your account permissions instantly with get_viewer to ensure your agent has the right access.
- Spot competitor moves faster by asking your agent to monitor specific launch trends.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you get a direct line to Product Hunt data without leaving your chat interface.

1. Subscribe to the Product Hunt MCP on Vinkius.
2. Enter your Product Hunt Developer Token in the configuration settings.
3. Ask your AI client to fetch posts, run queries, or check your profile.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Can the Product Hunt MCP help me track my competitors?**
Yes. You can ask your agent to fetch recent posts and filter them by category or keyword to see exactly what your competitors are launching.

**Does the Product Hunt MCP support custom GraphQL queries?**
It does. You can use it to pull specific data points from the Product Hunt API 2.0 schema that aren't always easy to find on the main site.

**How do I use the Product Hunt MCP to see trending products?**
Just ask your agent to list the latest or most popular posts. It will use the get_posts tool to give you a summarized list of what's hot right now.

**Can I check my account status with the Product Hunt MCP?**
Yes. Your agent can use the get_viewer tool to see your profile status and confirm that your connection is active.

**Is the Product Hunt MCP good for market research?**
It's a great tool for that. It allows you to quickly gather data on new tech launches and engagement patterns to help you spot market gaps.

**How does the Product Hunt MCP handle API authentication?**
It manages the exchange of your credentials for access tokens using the get_client_token tool, keeping your workflow smooth and secure.

**How can I see the latest products launched today?**
Use the `get_posts` tool. You can specify the number of posts to retrieve (default is 5) to get a quick overview of the trending products currently on the front page.

**Can I perform advanced searches or filter by specific criteria?**
Yes. Use the `execute_graphql` tool to send custom queries. This allows you to leverage the full power of the Product Hunt API 2.0 schema for any specific data needs.

**How do I verify if my API key is working correctly?**
Run the `get_viewer` tool. It will attempt to fetch the username of the authenticated account, confirming your connection is active and authorized.

**Can my AI automatically find the top 5 products launched today on Product Hunt?**
Yes! Use the `list_posts` tool with `first: 5`. Your agent will respond with the most upvoted products of the day, including titles, taglines, and direct links in seconds.

**How do I find my Product Hunt Developer Token?**
Log in to Product Hunt, go to [**API Dashboard**](https://www.producthunt.com/v2/oauth/applications), create a new **Application**, and look for the 'Developer Token' section at the bottom.

**Can I upvote products using the AI?**
This MCP server version focuses on data retrieval and analysis. Voting typically requires custom 'write' scope approval from the Product Hunt team.