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Giphy MCP for AI. Add visual context with every message.

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How this MCP server connects to your AI agent

Giphy connects your AI agent to millions of GIFs, stickers, and emojis. You can search for content using keywords, discover currently trending reactions, or even translate plain text into a perfect visual GIF or sticker instantly.

What AI agents can do with Giphy Automation

Autocomplete

Suggests possible search terms as you type them into a query box.

Get categories

Lists the general categories of GIFs available on Giphy.

Get emoji variations

Fetches different versions of an emoji, including skin tone options.

+ 19 more capabilities included
Find content by keywords

Search for GIFs or stickers using specific words or phrases.

Translate text into visuals

Give your agent a phrase (like 'good morning') and it returns the most appropriate GIF or sticker reaction.

Get trending media

Retrieve GIFs, stickers, or search terms that are currently popular online.

Manage emojis

Access the full Giphy emoji library and fetch variations based on skin tone.

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What AI agents can do with Giphy MCP: 22 Media Tools

These tools let you find, search, translate, or retrieve every type of visual content available on Giphy.

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Autocomplete

Suggests possible search terms as you type them into a query box.

Get Categories

Lists the general categories of GIFs available on Giphy.

Get Emoji Variations

Fetches different versions of an emoji, including skin tone options.

Get Emojis

Retrieves a list of all available GIPHY emojis.

Get Content

Retrieves generalized content information about a topic or tag.

Get Gif

Fetches a specific GIF using its unique ID.

Get Gifs By Ids

Retrieves multiple GIFs at once if you already have their IDs.

Random Gif

Pulls and provides a completely random GIF from the library.

Get Random Id

Generates a new, random content ID for testing or use.

Random Sticker

Grabs a random sticker to use in a message.

Search Channels

Searches and lists different GIPHY content channels or sources.

Search Clips

Allows searching for short, video-style clips (requires specific approval).

Search Gifs

Searches the entire GIF library using keywords.

Search Stickers

Searches the sticker collection using keywords.

Search Suggestions

Gathers potential search terms based on your current input.

Translate Gif

Converts a piece of text into the most relevant GIF reaction.

Translate Sticker

Converts a phrase or word into a fitting sticker format.

Trending Clips

Gets the currently trending video clips (requires specific approval).

Trending Gifs

Retrieves GIFs that are popular or gaining attention right now.

Trending Searches

Shows you what search terms people are using a lot today.

Trending Stickers

Lists the stickers that have high engagement right now.

Upload Gif

Allows you to upload your own GIF file directly into Giphy's system.

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Claude AI

Claude AI

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.

2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL:

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.

3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Giphy integration is available immediately — no restart needed.

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Built on the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and more

The Model Context Protocol standardizes how applications expose capabilities to LLMs. Instead of operating in isolation, your AI gains direct access to external platforms, live data, and real-world actions through secure, standardized connections.

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The Struggle of Finding the Right Visual Reaction

Right now, if you need to convey a specific mood or joke in a chat, you open up Giphy's site. You type 'surprised cat,' hit enter, and then you’re faced with thousands of results. You click through dozens of pages, hoping one GIF lands perfectly. Then you copy the link, paste it into your message, and hope it looks good on mobile.

With this MCP, you just tell your agent what mood you want to convey. It handles the searching and filtering behind the scenes. The result is a single, perfect visual asset delivered right where you need it. You get personality in an instant.

Translating Text into Visuals with Giphy

Manual translation means writing 'good morning' and then having to manually search for a sunrise GIF or finding a sticker that says the phrase. It’s slow, and you rarely find the ideal combination of image and text.

Now, tell your agent to translate 'It's raining outside.' It uses its algorithm to select the perfect rain-related visual asset for you. The message is finished, and it looks right.

What your AI can actually do with this

Need to add some personality to your messages? This MCP gives your AI client access to Giphy's massive library, letting you bring animated visuals directly into any conversation. Instead of dropping links and hoping they work, your agent finds the exact reaction—whether it’s a perfect GIF or a sticker—that matches the tone.

You can find content by searching keywords like 'celebration' or 'tired,' check out what's trending right now, or even ask your agent to translate an emotion into a visual reaction. When you connect this MCP through Vinkius, you get one place for all that visual flair and context.

It’s about making conversation richer. Your AI client handles the searching and translating so you just focus on what you want to say.

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Questions you might have

How does `translate_gif` work with my agent? +

The agent takes your text input—like 'good luck'—and passes it to the tool. It then returns a GIF that visually matches that phrase, so you don't have to search manually.

What is the difference between `search_gifs` and `trending_gifs`? +

search_gifs lets you find content when you know what you want (e.g., 'dancing'). trending_gifs shows you what other people are using a lot right now, which is better for inspiration.

Can I use Giphy to find emojis? What about `get_emojis`? +

Yes. The MCP includes tools specifically for emoji management. You can call get_emojis to see the full library and get_emoji_variations if you need a specific skin tone.

If I upload my own GIF, do I use `upload_gif`? +

That's right. If you create content elsewhere, the tool allows you to send it through the MCP so it becomes available in your agent’s context.

If I need a large batch of GIFs, should I use `get_gifs_by_ids`? +

Yes, you must use get_gifs_by_ids. This tool accepts multiple unique IDs and fetches all the animated assets in a single call. It’s much more efficient for bulk data retrieval than running the generic get_gif function repeatedly, which helps manage performance when your agent needs dozens of specific visuals.

How does my agent know what to search for if I'm vague? Can I use `autocomplete`? +

The autocomplete tool guides the process. It checks a partial input against GIPHY’s database and returns a list of suggested keywords. This is critical when users aren't specific, allowing your agent to narrow down broad queries before executing a full search.

What if I need emojis with different skin tones or variations? Does `get_emoji_variations` handle that? +

Yes, the dedicated get_emoji_variations tool handles this. It fetches comprehensive data for a given emoji ID, including multiple cultural and physical variants. This ensures your content is inclusive and provides accurate metadata across all necessary color profiles.

How do I search for GIPHY Clips? Do I use `search_clips`? +

You use the search_clips tool specifically for this. Keep in mind that because clips are short video content, they require developer approval via clips@giphy.com before your agent can access them. Once approved, you get search results for those video-based reactions.

Can I filter GIFs by content rating (like G or PG)? +

Yes, tools like search_gifs and trending_gifs include a rating parameter (g, pg, pg-13, r) to filter content appropriately for your audience.

How can I get a random reaction for a specific theme? +

Use the random_gif tool and provide a tag like 'excited' or 'facepalm' to get a single random result matching that theme.

Does this include stickers with transparent backgrounds? +

Yes, use the search_stickers or trending_stickers tools to specifically retrieve GIPHY's library of transparent animated stickers.

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