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Use the Unsplash MCP with Claude or Cursor to search high-quality stock photos and curated collections through your AI agent today.
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Source and audit high-quality stock photography through your AI client.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
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What AI agents can do with Unsplash MCP: 10 tools for stock photography
Use these tools to search photos, audit user portfolios, and find curated collections via your AI client.
Get photo
Get details for a specific photo. This is useful for pulling metadata like descriptions or photographer info.
Get random photo
Grab a high-quality random photo. Use this when you just need a quick visual spark for a layout.
Get user photos
List all photos uploaded by a specific user. This helps you see a creator's full body of work at a glance.
Get user
Get the details for a specific Unsplash user. Use this to check out creator profiles and their specific stats.
Search collections
Search for curated collections. This is the best way to find themed imagery for a specific project.
Search photos
Search for high-quality photos using keywords. This is your primary tool for finding specific visual content.
Search users
Search for users on Unsplash. Use this to find specific photographers or creators by name.
Get collection
Get the details for a specific collection. Use this to see what's inside a curated set of images.
Get photo stats
Get statistics for a specific photo. This lets you see how well an image is performing or reaching an audience.
List topics
List curated topics on Unsplash. Use this to stay on top of trending visual themes and styles.
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Unsplash MCP for finding high-quality stock photography
This is for the creative lead who's drowning in mood boards and the content marketer who needs to find the perfect vibe without spending hours on a stock site.
Graphic Designer
Finds specific photographer portfolios to maintain a consistent aesthetic for branding projects.
Content Marketer
Verifies if images match brand guidelines and finds high-quality alternatives quickly.
Art Director
Audits curated collections to spot new visual trends for upcoming campaigns without manual browsing.
Operations Lead
Automates visual data queries to keep creative teams aligned on shared assets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Unsplash MCP find specific types of photos? +
Yes, it uses keywords to find high-quality images that match your description exactly, helping you skip the manual scrolling.
How do I find themed images for a project? +
You can ask your agent to search curated collections to find groups of photos that share a specific aesthetic or narrative theme.
Can I see what other photos a specific photographer has? +
Yes, the Connector can pull a list of all uploads from a specific user so you can audit their portfolio before choosing their work.
Does this help with trend research? +
It can list curated topics on Unsplash to help you see what's currently trending in the visual world, which is great for staying ahead of the curve.
Can I get stats on how photos are performing? +
Yes, it can retrieve specific statistics for photos to help you understand their reach and visual impact on the platform.
Is this for professional use? +
It's widely used by designers and marketers to find high-quality, freely-usable imagery for commercial projects and brand identity.
How do I find my Unsplash Access Key? +
Log in to the Unsplash Developer portal, create a new Application, and you will find your Access Key (Client ID) under the 'Keys' section. Copy and paste it below.
Can the agent filter photos by orientation? +
Yes. Use the search_photos tool providing the orientation parameter (landscape, portrait, or squarish). Your agent will return matching images instantly.
Is it possible to retrieve photo statistics via the agent? +
Yes. The get_photo_stats tool allows your agent to fetch real-time download and view counts for any specific photo by providing its Photo ID, helping you audit image reach.
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