exa-web-search-free

Perform free AI searches via Exa MCP tools without web_search.

2|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Wike-CHI/acquisition-agent --skill exa-web-search-free-wike-chi
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: exa-web-search-free
Source: https://github.com/Wike-CHI/acquisition-agent/tree/main/skills/exa-web-search-free
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Wike-CHI/acquisition-agent --skill exa-web-search-free-wike-chi

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables free, AI-powered search using Exa MCP, removing the need for web_search and streamlining information discovery.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Decision-maker search (LinkedIn) to identify procurement and leadership contacts.
  • Customer discovery and company research using Exa MCP tools.
  • Web data gathering via crawling_exa when public information is needed.

Quick Start

Configure MCP using the provided mcporter config and perform a sample decision-maker search with mcporter call exa.people_search_exa.

Frequently Asked Questions about exa-web-search-free

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find decision-makers on LinkedIn without using web_search?

Exa MCP provides free AI search capabilities for customer discovery and company background checks. It removes the need for web_search by using tools like people_search_exa and crawling_exa to streamline information discovery.

How do I configure mcporter to perform a company background check?

Crawling_exa is used for web data gathering when public information is needed. It works alongside people_search_exa within the Exa MCP configuration to retrieve public web data for company research and customer discovery.

Do I need mcporter to use Exa MCP for customer research?

This skill is designed for free, AI-powered search using Exa MCP, specifically targeting decision-maker discovery, customer research, and company background checks. It applies tool usage constraints defined in the frontmatter to streamline information discovery without web_search.

What are the limitations of using Exa MCP for free AI search?

The skill enforces tool usage constraints defined in the frontmatter and relies exclusively on Exa MCP powered tools. It requires mcporter for configuration, meaning search scope is limited to people_search_exa and crawling_exa functionalities.