Simplified MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides seamless integration between Claude, Cursor, Kiro ( and other MCP supported platforms) and Simplified's API. This server enables LLMs to interact with Simplified's services through standardized MCP tools, allowing for social media account management and post creation across multiple platforms.

Features

• Full MCP Protocol Support: Built using the official @modelcontextprotocol/sdk
• Social Media Management: Comprehensive social media account and post management
• Multi-Platform Support: Support for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest, Threads, Google Business Profile, and Bluesky
• Type-Safe Implementation: Written in TypeScript with full type safety
• Robust Error Handling: Comprehensive error handling with detailed error messages
• Configurable Logging: Adjustable logging levels for debugging and monitoring
• Platform-Specific Features: Advanced platform-specific settings for Google Business Profile, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and more
• Scheduling Support: Create scheduled posts with platform-specific settings
• Authentication Management: Secure API token handling with automatic retry logic

Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js 18.0.0 or higher
• npm 8.0.0 or higher
• A Simplified API token

Install from NPM

npm install -g simplified-mcp-server

Install from Source

git clone https://github.com/celeryhq/simplified-mcp-server.git
cd simplified-mcp-server
npm install
npm run build

pack DXT file

npm install -g @anthropic-ai/dxt
npx @anthropic-ai/dxt pack        

Configuration

The server is configured using environment variables. Create a .env file in your project root or set these variables in your environment:

Required Configuration

Variable	Description	Example
SIMPLIFIED_API_TOKEN	Your Simplified API token	sk_live_abc123...

Optional Configuration

Variable	Description	Default	Options
SIMPLIFIED_API_BASE_URL	Simplified API base URL	https://api.simplified.com	Any valid URL
LOG_LEVEL	Logging verbosity level	info	debug, info, warn, error
REQUEST_TIMEOUT	API request timeout (ms)	30000	Any positive number
RETRY_ATTEMPTS	Number of retry attempts	3	Any non-negative number
RETRY_DELAY	Delay between retries (ms)	1000	Any positive number

Example Configuration

# Required
SIMPLIFIED_API_TOKEN=sk_live_your_token_here
SIMPLIFIED_API_BASE_URL=https://api.simplified.com
LOG_LEVEL=info

# Optional
REQUEST_TIMEOUT=30000
RETRY_ATTEMPTS=3
RETRY_DELAY=1000

Usage

Programmatic Usage

import { SimplifiedMCPServer } from 'simplified-mcp-server';
import { ConfigurationManager } from 'simplified-mcp-server/config';

async function startServer() {
  const config = ConfigurationManager.loadConfig();
  const server = new SimplifiedMCPServer(config);
  await server.start();
}

startServer().catch(console.error);

Integration with Claude

Add the server to your Claude MCP configuration:

{
   "mcpServers": {
      "simplified": {
        "command": "node",
        "args": [
          "{PATH_TO_CLONED_REPOSITORY}/dist/cli.js",
          "start"
        ],
        "env": {
          "SIMPLIFIED_API_TOKEN": "your_token_here",
          "SIMPLIFIED_API_BASE_URL": "https://api.simplified.com",
          "LOG_LEVEL": "info"
        }
      }
    }
}

Install DXT extension:

Extensions -> Advanced settings -> Install Extension...

Choose simplified-mcp.dxt file. Add your token.

Integration with Kiro

Add the server to your Kiro MCP configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "simplified": {
      "command": "simplified-mcp-server",
      "env": {
        "SIMPLIFIED_API_TOKEN": "your_token_here"
      }
    }
  }
}

Available Tools

The server provides comprehensive social media management tools with platform-specific features:

Social Media Tools

Tools for managing social media accounts and posts.

get_social_media_accounts

Retrieve all connected social media accounts.

Parameters:

• network (optional): Filter by platform (facebook, instagram, linkedin, tiktok, youtube, pinterest, threads, google, bluesky, tiktokBusiness)

Example:

{
  "name": "get_social_media_accounts",
  "arguments": {
    "network": "instagram"
  }
}

create_social_media_post

Create a new social media post with platform-specific settings for Google, TikTok, Threads, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Parameters:

• message (required): Post message/content (1-5000 characters)
• accountId (required): Social media account ID
• action (required): Action to perform (schedule, add_to_queue, draft)
• date (optional): Scheduled date for the post (format: YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM)
• media (optional): Array of media file URLs to attach (max 10 items)
• additional (optional): Platform-specific post settings and metadata

Basic Example:

{
  "name": "create_social_media_post",
  "arguments": {
    "message": "Excited to announce our new product launch! 🚀",
    "accountId": "acc_fb123",
    "action": "schedule",
    "date": "2024-01-22 12:00",
    "media": [
      "https://example.com/product-image.jpg",
      "https://example.com/launch-video.mp4"
    ],
    "additional": {}
  }
}

Media Files

The media parameter accepts an array of URL strings pointing to your media files:

{
  "media": [
    "https://example.com/image1.jpg",
    "https://example.com/video.mp4",
    "https://example.com/image2.png"
  ]
}

Media Requirements:

• Maximum 10 media files per post
• URLs must be publicly accessible
• Supported formats vary by platform (images: JPG, PNG, GIF; videos: MP4, MOV, etc.)

Platform-Specific Features

The additional parameter supports platform-specific configurations:

Google Business Profile

{
  "additional": {
    "google": {
      "post": {
        "title": "New Product Launch",
        "topicType": "OFFER",
        "couponCode": "LAUNCH20",
        "callToActionUrl": "https://example.com/product",
        "callToActionType": "SHOP",
        "termsConditions": "Valid until end of month"
      }
    }
  }
}

TikTok / TikTok Business

{
  "additional": {
    "tiktok": {
      "post": {
        "brandContent": true,
        "privacyStatus": "PUBLIC_TO_EVERYONE",
        "duetDisabled": false,
        "commentDisabled": false
      },
      "channel": { "value": "direct" },
      "postType": { "value": "video" }
    }
  }
}

YouTube

{
  "additional": {
    "youtube": {
      "post": {
        "title": "Product Launch Video",
        "license": "standard",
        "privacyStatus": "public",
        "selfDeclaredMadeForKids": "no"
      },
      "postType": { "value": "short" }
    }
  }
}

Instagram

{
  "additional": {
    "instagram": {
      "postReel": {
        "audioName": "Trending Audio Track",
        "shareToFeed": true
      },
      "postType": { "value": "reel" }
    }
  }
}

Pinterest

{
  "additional": {
    "pinterest": {
      "post": {
        "link": "https://example.com/product",
        "title": "Amazing Product",
        "imageAlt": "Product showcase image"
      }
    }
  }
}

LinkedIn

{
  "additional": {
    "linkedin": {
      "audience": { "value": "PUBLIC" }
    }
  }
}

Facebook

{
  "additional": {
    "facebook": {
      "postType": { "value": "feed" }
    }
  }
}

Threads

{
  "additional": {
    "threads": {
      "channel": { "value": "direct" }
    }
  }
}

Platform-Specific Options Reference

Platform	Available Options	Description
Google Business Profile	title, topicType, couponCode, callToActionUrl, callToActionType, termsConditions	Business post enhancements with CTAs and offers
TikTok/TikTok Business	brandContent, privacyStatus, duetDisabled, stitchDisabled, commentDisabled	Content settings and engagement controls
YouTube	title, license, privacyStatus, selfDeclaredMadeForKids	Video metadata and compliance settings
Instagram	audioName, shareToFeed, postType	Reel-specific settings and feed sharing
Pinterest	link, title, imageAlt	Pin destination and accessibility
LinkedIn	audience	Professional audience targeting
Facebook	postType	Content type specification
Threads	channel	Publishing method

Error Handling

The server provides comprehensive error handling with detailed error messages:

Error Types

• Configuration Errors: Missing or invalid configuration
• Authentication Errors: Invalid or expired API tokens
• API Errors: Errors from Simplified's API
• Tool Execution Errors: Errors during tool execution
• Validation Errors: Invalid tool parameters

Error Response Format

{
  "success": false,
  "error": "Error message",
  "details": {
    "type": "AUTHENTICATION_ERROR",
    "code": 401,
    "timestamp": "2024-01-01T00:00:00.000Z"
  }
}

Development

Building from Source

git clone https://github.com/celeryhq/simplified-mcp-server.git
cd simplified-mcp-server
npm install
npm run build

Running Tests

# Run all tests
npm test

# Run tests with coverage
npm run test:coverage

# Run tests in watch mode
npm run test:watch

Development Mode

# Start in development mode with auto-reload
npm run dev

# Start in development mode with watch
npm run dev:watch

Project Structure

simplified-mcp-server/
├── src/
│   ├── index.ts              # Main entry point
│   ├── server.ts             # MCP server implementation
│   ├── cli.ts                # Command line interface
│   ├── config/
│   │   └── configuration.ts  # Configuration management
│   ├── tools/
│   │   ├── registry.ts       # Tool registry
│   │   ├── definitions.ts    # Tool definition utilities
│   │   └── implementations/  # Tool implementations
│   │       ├── social-media-tools.ts  # Social media management tools
│   │       └── index.ts               # Tool exports
│   ├── api/
│   │   └── client.ts         # Simplified API client
│   ├── utils/
│   │   ├── errors.ts         # Error handling utilities
│   │   └── logger.ts         # Logging utilities
│   └── types/
│       └── index.ts          # TypeScript type definitions
├── tests/                    # Test files
├── dist/                     # Compiled JavaScript
└── docs/                     # Documentation

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Server Won't Start

Problem: Server fails to start with configuration error.

Solution:

1. Verify your .env file contains SIMPLIFIED_API_TOKEN
2. Check that your API token is valid
3. Ensure Node.js version is 18.0.0 or higher

# Check Node.js version
node --version

# Verify environment variables
echo $SIMPLIFIED_API_TOKEN

Authentication Errors

Problem: API calls fail with authentication errors.

Solution:

1. Verify your API token is correct and not expired
2. Check that the token has the necessary permissions
3. Ensure the API base URL is correct

Tool Execution Failures

Problem: Tools return errors or unexpected results.

Solution:

1. Check the tool parameters match the expected schema
2. Verify the API endpoint exists and is accessible
3. Check server logs for detailed error information

# Enable debug logging
LOG_LEVEL=debug simplified-mcp-server

Connection Issues

Problem: Cannot connect to Simplified API.

Solution:

1. Check your internet connection
2. Verify the API base URL is accessible
3. Check if there are any firewall restrictions
4. Use the health check tool to diagnose connectivity

Debug Mode

Enable debug logging for detailed troubleshooting:

LOG_LEVEL=debug simplified-mcp-server

Health Check

Use the built-in health check tool to verify server status:

{
  "name": "simplified-health-check",
  "arguments": {
    "includeDetails": true
  }
}

Getting Help

1. Check the logs: Enable debug logging to see detailed error information
2. Verify configuration: Ensure all required environment variables are set
3. Test connectivity: Use the health check and API status tools
4. Check API documentation: Verify endpoint paths and parameters
5. Report issues: Create an issue on the GitHub repository with logs and configuration details

API Reference

Server Configuration

The server accepts the following configuration options:

interface ServerConfig {
  apiToken: string;           // Required: Simplified API token
  apiBaseUrl: string;         // Optional: API base URL
  logLevel: 'debug' | 'info' | 'warn' | 'error'; // Optional: Log level
  timeout: number;            // Optional: Request timeout in ms
  retryAttempts: number;      // Optional: Number of retry attempts
  retryDelay: number;         // Optional: Delay between retries in ms
}

Tool Response Format

All tools return responses in the following format:

interface ToolResponse {
  content: Array<{
    type: 'text';
    text: string; // JSON string containing the actual response data
  }>;
}

Success Response

{
  "success": true,
  "data": { /* response data */ },
  "message": "Operation completed successfully"
}

Error Response

{
  "success": false,
  "error": "Error description",
  "details": { /* additional error information */ }
}

Contributing

We welcome contributions! Please see our Contributing Guide for details.

Development Setup

1. Fork the repository
2. Clone your fork: git clone https://github.com/your-username/simplified-mcp-server.git
3. Install dependencies: npm install
4. Create a feature branch: git checkout -b feature/your-feature
5. Make your changes and add tests
6. Run tests: npm test
7. Build the project: npm run build
8. Commit your changes: git commit -m "Add your feature"
9. Push to your fork: git push origin feature/your-feature
10. Create a Pull Request

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Support

• API Documentation: API Docs
• Documentation: GitHub Wiki
• Issues: GitHub Issues
• Discussions: GitHub Discussions