About Options Data MCP
Options Data MCP exposes options-market analytics from Options Data API to AI agents, including volatility, dealer positioning, and strike data. It is intended for MCP clients that need these endpoints as tools.
Key features
- 01Gamma exposure and positioning
- 02IV and volatility analysis
- 03Market regime data
- 04Strike and spread setups
- 05Options universe screening
Use cases
- 01Review dealer gamma positioning
- 02Compare implied and historical volatility
- 03Inspect IV term structure and skew
- 04Screen options by IV and earnings
MCP support
An MCP server that exposes Options Data API endpoints as native tools. Access uses an API key or x402 pay-per-call.
Configuration
Local server config is the same for every client. Copy it into your client’s MCP config file.
npx -y options-data-mcpOPTIONS_DATA_API_KEYSecretAPI key for the Options Data API (subscription or paygo key)Local servers need a runtime on your machine (e.g. Node.js 18+). Config file locations differ by client; see your client’s docs.
Tools
8Saved tool list · updated 3w ago
| Parameter | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| ticker | string | Yes | Ticker symbol, e.g. AAPL, TSLA, SPY |
Details
From the project READMEOptions Data MCP Server
MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that exposes Options Data API endpoints as native tools for AI agents.
Install
npx -y options-data-mcp@latest
Or run from source:
git clone https://github.com/thelogicaldude/options-data-mcp
cd options-data-mcp
npm install && npm run build
npm run start
Configure
Add to your agent's MCP config (e.g., Claude Desktop claude_desktop_config.json):
{
"mcpServers": {
"options-data": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "options-data-mcp@latest"],
"env": {
"OPTIONS_DATA_API_KEY": "your_api_key_here"
}
}
}
}
Available Tools
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
get_gamma | Gamma exposure profile — dealer positioning, flip zone, pin strikes |
get_vrp | Volatility richness — ATM IV vs HV30, premium read |
get_term_structure | IV term structure and skew across DTE buckets |
get_structure | Full bundle — gamma + VRP + term structure |
get_regime | GEX regime — stabilizing vs destabilizing |
get_strikes | Strike recommendations — wheel/CC picks or GEX support/resistance |
get_credit_spread | Credit spread setup — GEX-regime-gated with sizing |
get_screener | Universe screener — IV, fundamentals, earnings filter |
Environment Variables
| Variable | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
OPTIONS_DATA_API_KEY | (empty) | API key for subscription access. Omit for x402 pay-per-call |
API_BASE | https://api.optionsdataapi.com | API base URL |
Pricing
See api.optionsdataapi.com for endpoint pricing and subscription tiers.
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