Unsplash Connector for AI agents.
10 live capabilities
Source and audit high-quality stock photography through your AI client.
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Why people use Unsplash
Unsplash for finding high-quality stock photography
This Connector changes that. You just tell your agent what you need, and it pulls the details, metadata, and links directly into your chat. You go from hunting for assets to actually using them.
What Vinkius changes
You get a dedicated visual researcher that works inside your existing AI chat or editor.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Finding 'Cyberpunk' vibes
A designer asks for 'neon-lit urban landscapes' and gets a list of high-quality matches with direct links.
- Real-world use case 02
Portfolio Auditing
A creative lead wants to see everything by a specific creator and uses get_user_photos to review their style.
- Real-world use case 03
Trend Research
An art director asks for trending topics and uses list_topics to identify new visual themes for a spring campaign.
Complete set · 10capabilities
The complete Unsplash capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Unsplash.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 10 available through Unsplash.
- 01 Capability
Search collections
Search for curated collections. This is the best way to find themed imagery for a specific project.
- 02 Capability
Get collection
Get the details for a specific collection. Use this to see what's inside a curated set of images.
- 03 Capability
Get photo stats
Get statistics for a specific photo. This lets you see how well an image is performing or reaching an audience.
- 04 Capability
Get photo
Get details for a specific photo. This is useful for pulling metadata like descriptions or photographer info.
05—07
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 10 available through Unsplash.
- 05 Capability
Get random photo
Grab a high-quality random photo. Use this when you just need a quick visual spark for a layout.
- 06 Capability
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.
- 07 Capability
Get user
Get the details for a specific Unsplash user. Use this to check out creator profiles and their specific stats.
08—10
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 10 available through Unsplash.
- 08 Capability
List topics
List curated topics on Unsplash. Use this to stay on top of trending visual themes and styles.
- 09 Capability
Search photos
Search for high-quality photos using keywords. This is your primary capability for finding specific visual content.
- 10 Capability
Search users
Search for users on Unsplash. Use this to find specific photographers or creators by name.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Unsplash to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Unsplash from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CTcTrYj9TCY2Oy8tTe5jxAbXdCRNmFi1ZPbTuBXy/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Unsplash, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Unsplash for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CTcTrYj9TCY2Oy8tTe5jxAbXdCRNmFi1ZPbTuBXy/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Unsplash URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Unsplash in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"unsplash-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CTcTrYj9TCY2Oy8tTe5jxAbXdCRNmFi1ZPbTuBXy/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Unsplash
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Unsplash, help me...". 10 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"unsplash-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CTcTrYj9TCY2Oy8tTe5jxAbXdCRNmFi1ZPbTuBXy/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Unsplash
Ask Copilot: "Using Unsplash, help me...". 10 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"unsplash-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CTcTrYj9TCY2Oy8tTe5jxAbXdCRNmFi1ZPbTuBXy/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Unsplash
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Unsplash, help me...". 10 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"unsplash-alternative": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CTcTrYj9TCY2Oy8tTe5jxAbXdCRNmFi1ZPbTuBXy/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Unsplash
Ask Cline: "Using Unsplash, help me...". 10 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add unsplash-alternative --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_CTcTrYj9TCY2Oy8tTe5jxAbXdCRNmFi1ZPbTuBXy/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Unsplash
Ask Claude: "Using Unsplash, show me...". 10 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Unsplash can move forward.
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.
Build the capability set
Add more capabilities.
Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.
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Before you connect
Questions about Unsplash.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
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 capability 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 capability 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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