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How to install BetterWebSearch MCP in Codex

To install BetterWebSearch MCP in Codex, run "codex mcp add betterwebsearch-mcp -- npx -y better-web-search-mcp" in your terminal, then type /mcp in Codex to check it.

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  1. 1

    Run the install command

    In a terminal, run:

    codex mcp add betterwebsearch-mcp -- npx -y better-web-search-mcp
  2. 2

    Check it

    Inside Codex, type /mcp to see the server and its tools.

MCP servers run with your permissions. If BetterWebSearch MCP needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.

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Questions

Does BetterWebSearch MCP work in Codex?

Yes. Codex supports mcp servers in the codex cli and ide extension, and BetterWebSearch MCP installs with the steps above.

BetterWebSearch MCP does not show up in Codex. What now?

Restart Codex fully, check the JSON is valid, and make sure Node.js (for npx) is installed. See common MCP errors and fixes.

Is BetterWebSearch MCP safe?

It scores 56 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.