PixelPanda MCP Server
AI image processing tools for Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients.
33 tools across three tiers — from free local image editing to AI-powered product photography.
Install
# Using uv (recommended)
uvx pixelpanda-mcp
# Or pip
pip install pixelpanda-mcp
Setup
Claude Desktop
Add to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"pixelpanda": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": ["pixelpanda-mcp"],
"env": {
"PIXELPANDA_API_TOKEN": "pk_live_your_token_here"
}
}
}
}
Cursor
Add to your MCP settings (Settings > MCP Servers):
{
"pixelpanda": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": ["pixelpanda-mcp"],
"env": {
"PIXELPANDA_API_TOKEN": "pk_live_your_token_here"
}
}
}
The API token is optional — all local and free AI tools work without it. You only need a token for paid generation tools.
Tools
Local Tools (free, no account needed, runs offline)
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
resize_image | Resize with optional aspect ratio preservation |
crop_image | Crop to specific pixel coordinates |
rotate_image | Rotate by any degree |
flip_image | Flip horizontal or vertical |
grayscale_image | Convert to grayscale |
invert_image | Invert colors (negative) |
round_corners | Round corners with custom radius |
add_border | Add solid color border |
compress_image | Compress to JPEG/WebP with quality control |
merge_images | Merge multiple images (horizontal/vertical/grid) |
convert_format | Convert between PNG, JPEG, WebP, BMP, TIFF |
make_transparent | Adjust image opacity |
create_profile_picture | Circle/square/rounded profile picture |
blur_image | Gaussian blur |
adjust_image | Brightness, contrast, sharpness, saturation |
add_watermark | Text watermark (center/corner/tiled) |
pixelate_image | Pixelation effect |
get_image_info | Dimensions, format, file size, DPI, color mode |
AI Tools (free, 3 uses/day)
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
remove_background | AI background removal (transparent PNG) |
upscale_image | AI upscaling 2x or 4x (Real-ESRGAN) |
remove_text | AI text/watermark removal (OCR + inpainting) |
analyze_image | AI image analysis (objects, colors, composition, quality) |
Pro Tools (paid, 1 credit/image)
| Tool | Credits | Description |
|---|---|---|
check_credits | 0 | Check your credit balance |
list_avatars | 0 | List your AI avatars |
list_products | 0 | List your uploaded products |
upload_product | 0 | Upload a product image |
generate_product_photo | 1/image | AI product photos with avatar |
generate_tryon | 1/image | AI try-on (avatar wearing product) |
generate_scenes | 1/scene | AI product scenes (studio, lifestyle) |
check_job_status | 0 | Check generation progress |
list_jobs | 0 | List recent generation jobs |
Pricing
- Free: All local tools + 3 AI tool uses/day on /free-tools/*
- $10 one-time: 50 credits for pro tools (no subscription, credits never expire)
- $24/mo Starter: 1,125 credits/month — best value for regular use
Get your API token at pixelpanda.ai/pricing
Environment Variables
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
PIXELPANDA_API_TOKEN | For pro tools | Your API token (pk_live_...) |
PIXELPANDA_API_URL | No | API base URL (default: https://pixelpanda.ai) |
Examples
"Resize photo.jpg to 800px wide"
"Remove the background from product.png"
"Upscale this image 4x"
"Merge these 3 screenshots horizontally"
"Generate 6 product photos using avatar abc123 and product def456"
License
MIT