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JokeAPI MCP Server

Name: JokeAPI
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Author: Vinkius

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Universal humor engine — get random jokes, filter by category and safety flags via AI.

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What is the JokeAPI MCP Server?

The JokeAPI MCP Server gives AI agents like Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor direct access to JokeAPI via 3 tools. Universal humor engine — get random jokes, filter by category and safety flags via AI. Powered by the Vinkius - no API keys, no infrastructure, connect in under 2 minutes.

Built-in capabilities (3)

get_jokelist_joke_categorieslist_jokes

Tools for your AI Agents to operate JokeAPI

Ask your AI agent "Tell me a programming joke." and get the answer without opening a single dashboard. With 3 tools connected to real JokeAPI data, your agents reason over live information, cross-reference it with other MCP servers, and deliver insights you would spend hours assembling manually.

Works with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and any MCP-compatible client. Powered by the Vinkius - your credentials never touch the AI model, every request is auditable. Connect in under two minutes.

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JokeAPI MCP Server capabilities

3 tools

get_joke

Get a random joke

list_joke_categories

List joke categories

list_jokes

Get multiple jokes

What the JokeAPI MCP Server unlocks

Equip your AI agent with a source of laughter via the JokeAPI MCP server. This integration provides access to a large database of jokes across various categories like Programming, Pun, and Misc. Your agent can retrieve random jokes, filter them by specific categories or languages, and ensure content safety using blacklist flags (nsfw, religious, political, etc.). Whether you're building a fun bot, looking for a quick icebreaker, or just want a laugh, your agent acts as a dedicated comedian through natural conversation.

What you can do

Random Jokes — Get a single random joke or a list of multiple jokes.
Category Filtering — Choose from Programming, Misc, Pun, Spooky, or Christmas categories.
Content Safety — Use flags to filter out jokes that are NSFW, religious, political, or offensive.
Language Support — Access jokes in multiple languages including English, German, and Portuguese.
Humor Auditing — Summarize multiple jokes to identify popular themes and comedic structures.

How it works

1. Subscribe to this server
2. No API Key required (Public Access)
3. Start getting jokes from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client

Who is this for?

Entertainment Apps — add a humor feature to your AI-driven applications.
Bot Developers — build engaging and fun chat bots with varied content.
General Users — enjoy a quick laugh or find jokes to share with friends.
Social Media Managers — source lighthearted content for audience engagement.

Frequently asked questions about the JokeAPI MCP Server

Can I get 5 jokes specifically about programming?

Yes! Use the list_jokes tool and set the category to 'Programming' and amount to 5. It will return a set of developer-themed jokes.

How do I filter out offensive jokes?

You can use the blacklistFlags parameter in the tools. Specify 'nsfw,religious,political,racist,sexist,explicit' to ensure only safe jokes are returned.

What languages are supported for jokes?

JokeAPI supports multiple languages including English (en), German (de), Spanish (es), French (fr), and Portuguese (pt). Use the lang parameter to specify your choice.