The only placeholder API with a native MCP server. Claude Code, Cursor, and Windsurf generate working image URLs automatically — no manual setup, no broken links.
Works with your favourite AI coding tools
Every other placeholder service was built for humans copying URLs. PlaceholderMCP is built for the tools that write your code. Your agent signs up, creates an API key, and generates images — you add your card when you're ready.
First-party Model Context Protocol server — not a wrapper
Signup, API keys, image generation — all via API, no browser needed
No CAPTCHA, no bot blocks. AI agents get full API access instantly
Every feature designed for AI-assisted development. Your agent handles the setup — you ship faster.
First-party Model Context Protocol server. Claude Code and other MCP-compatible agents use PlaceholderMCP as a tool — no plugins needed.
Signup, API key creation, and image generation — all via REST API. No browser, no CAPTCHA, no manual steps. Built for agents.
Global CDN delivery across 450+ edge locations. Your agent gets images instantly — no waiting, no timeouts.
Colors, text, fonts, dimensions, and formats via URL parameters. Agents generate exactly the right placeholder for every context.
Per-key usage tracking, real-time analytics dashboard. See exactly how your agents and apps consume the API.
24-hour free trial, no card required. Then upgrade to Basic at $1/mo — your agent handles the setup, you just add a card.
The only placeholder image API built for AI coding agents — with generous rate limits from day one.
24-hour free trial, then from $1/mo. Your agent sets up everything — you just add a card when ready.
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Add PlaceholderMCP to your project — your AI agent handles the rest.
Paste this into your project's CLAUDE.md file. Claude Code will use PlaceholderMCP for all placeholder images automatically.
Works with any HTTP client — curl, fetch, axios, requests. Your agent can use the API directly.