Perplexity

1. Sign up for a Perplexity Account
   Go to https://www.perplexity.ai/ and create an account if you do not have one.

2. Log In to Perplexity
   Log in to your Perplexity account using your credentials.

3. Access the API Key Section

   • Navigate to the Perplexity Developer Documentation.
   • Look for a section related to API or API Key management.
   • Alternatively, check your account/profile settings for an "API Key" or "Developer" section.

4. Create or Retrieve Your Perplexity API Key

   • If you do not already have an API key, there should be an option to "Generate new API Key" or "Request API Access."
   • Copy the generated API key. It will look similar to: pplx-abc123...

5. Fill in the Key in FastMCP Connection Interface

   • Open the FastMCP interface.
   • Click on the "Install Now" button for the Perplexity Chat MCP Server.
   • You will be prompted for environment variables.
   • Fill in the following values:
     • PERPLEXITY_API_KEY: Paste your copied API key here.
     • PERPLEXITY_MODEL (optional): Enter your preferred model (default is sonar-pro).
     • Other optional fields can be set as desired or left with their default values.

6. Save and Connect

   • Save the configuration.
   • The FastMCP connection will now use your Perplexity API to enable ask and chat functionality.

Note:

• If you do not see the API key section in your Perplexity account, consult Perplexity Documentation or contact Perplexity support for access to the API key feature.
• Do not share your API key publicly or with untrusted parties.