# Pixabay MCP > Pixabay MCP connects your AI client directly to Pixabay's massive library of royalty-free media. You can search, filter, and retrieve high-quality stock photos, illustrations, vectors, and videos—all without ever leaving your agent interface. Get instant access to over 4.5 million assets for commercial use, making visual content sourcing part of your natural workflow. ## Overview - **Category:** design-creative - **Price:** Free - **Tags:** stock-photos, royalty-free, vector-graphics, media-library, creative-assets, image-search ## Description Need visuals fast? This MCP lets you bypass the entire browser process when hunting for stock media. Instead of opening a tab and wading through search results on Pixabay, you just ask your agent. Your AI client talks directly to our library, pulling in everything from photos and illustrations to MP4 video clips. You can instruct it to find images by dominant color or filter specifically for editors' choice assets. It even handles complex searches, like finding transparent SVG vectors for a rocket ship, or locating vertical videos optimized for Instagram reels. This connection means your AI agent becomes a dedicated creative research assistant. Because Vinkius hosts this MCP, you connect once and gain access to Pixabay’s entire asset catalog right from your preferred client. ## Tools ### search_images Searches the main library for free stock photographs, illustrations, or vectors using text queries. ### search_illustrations Filters searches specifically to find digital art and clip-style drawings on Pixabay. ### search_vectors Finds scalable SVG art, icons, and infographics that retain quality when scaled up or down. ### search_videos Searches for free stock videos, returning details on length and download options at multiple resolutions. ### search_by_category Limits results to a specific theme like 'nature,' 'technology,' or 'business' using predefined categories. ### search_by_color Filters the media library by requesting assets that feature dominant colors, such as red and yellow. ### search_editors_choice Narrows searches to a hand-picked selection of premium quality images curated by Pixabay editors. ### search_safe_content Runs the search with safety filters enabled, automatically excluding inappropriate or sensitive content. ### search_by_orientation Limits results to a specific shape requirement: horizontal (landscape), vertical (portrait), or all. ### get_image Retrieves full details, including download URLs, for a single image using its unique ID. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Find 5 editors choice photos showing coffee. ``` **Response:** ``` I retrieved 5 premium Editors Choice images for 'coffee'. Result `ID: 153068` features an aerial shot with 2.4k likes matching your description. Would you like the raw CDN string for the high-resolution backdrop (3000x2000)? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Search for transparent SVG vectors of a rocket ship. ``` **Response:** ``` Searching the vector graphics registry… I found `ID: 1475510` (Space Rocket Vector SVG) matching transparent backgrounds closely. The file is lightweight format (Scaleable Vector). Let me know if you want the exact layout attributes and download link. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Give me a vertical mountain video for an Instagram reel background. ``` **Response:** ``` Executing video lookup targeted for mobile devices. Found `ID: 329004` (Drone over Alps). It spans exactly 15 seconds, available native dimension mapping 1080x1920 MP4 (`8mb filesize`). Shall I construct a snippet that mounts this locally? ``` ## Capabilities ### Search general photos Find millions of free stock images using keywords while filtering by image type or popularity. ### Locate digital art and clipart Filter searches specifically for high-quality illustrations, drawings, and digital artwork. ### Find scalable vector graphics Search for SVG files, icons, and infographics that can be resized without losing quality. ### Source stock videos Retrieve MP4 video clips, getting details on duration and multiple download resolutions. ### Filter by visual criteria Narrow results using specific filters like color palettes, content category (e.g., nature, business), or orientation (vertical/horizontal). ### Get premium asset links Instantly resolve a media ID into the high-resolution download URL. ## Use Cases ### I need background images for a new tech blog post. Instead of searching generically, I ask my agent: 'Find me 5 editor's choice photos showing people working on laptops.' The agent uses `search_editors_choice` and returns specific IDs that fit the theme. ### I need a hero image for an Instagram ad. My goal is vertical media. I prompt: 'Search for nature videos optimized for mobile.' The agent executes `search_videos` and filters by orientation, giving me clips ready to post. ### I'm building a website mockup with strict branding colors. I tell my agent: 'Find illustrations in shades of teal and burnt orange.' The agent uses `search_by_color` combined with `search_illustrations` to deliver exactly the right visual tone. ### I need an SVG icon set for a SaaS dashboard. I ask: 'Give me transparent vector graphics of office supplies.' The agent uses `search_vectors` and returns clean, scalable assets ideal for web development. ## Benefits - Stop wasting time on general searches. Use the `search_by_color` tool to instantly find assets that match your brand's exact color palette, speeding up mood boarding. - Get video footage tailored for social media dimensions. The `search_videos` function retrieves clips and tells you if they are optimized for vertical phone screens, saving re-cropping time. - Target high quality immediately. Use the `search_editors_choice` tool to bypass generic results and pull only hand-picked assets perfect for client presentations. - Build complex mockups faster than ever. You can combine searches using `search_by_orientation` (e.g., vertical) with other filters like `search_vectors` in a single prompt. - Avoid legal headaches by searching for commercial use directly. The platform handles the royalty-free aspect, and you only need to run a basic `search_images` query. ## How It Works The bottom line is that you never have to switch apps or copy/paste URLs; the assets come directly into your conversation window. 1. Subscribe to this MCP and provide your free Pixabay API Key. 2. Your AI client connects, giving it direct read access to the entire asset catalog. 3. You simply ask your agent for the visual content you need (e.g., 'Find a vertical video of mountains'). ## Frequently Asked Questions **How do I search for videos that are vertical using Pixabay MCP?** You ask your agent to perform a media lookup and specify 'vertical' or 'portrait' orientation. The system uses the `search_videos` tool, ensuring you only get mobile-optimized MP4 clips. **Can I find vectors that are transparent using search_vectors?** Yes. When prompted, the agent can filter for SVG assets and confirm if they have a transparent background, which is crucial for clean web design. **How do I find images with specific colors using Pixabay MCP?** Simply tell your agent to search by color. The system runs `search_by_color`, returning assets that match a comma-separated list of hex or named colors. **What is the best way to find professional photos using Pixabay MCP?** For guaranteed quality, use `search_editors_choice`. This tool focuses your search on hand-picked assets that are known for their high aesthetic value and professionalism. **Do I need an API key to use the search_images tool?** Yes. You must subscribe to this MCP first and provide a free Pixabay API Key so your agent can authenticate and access the live media library.