# Bookmarks for AI agents Chrome documents a static HTML export and an address-bar bookmark search, not an interface an agent can call ([Chrome Help](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/96816), [Chrome Help](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/188842)). A few tools do document agent access, such as [Raindrop](https://www.knowman.io/vs/raindrop).io's MCP integration ([Raindrop.io](https://raindrop.io/)) and [Readwise](https://www.knowman.io/vs/readwise) Reader's [MCP server](https://www.knowman.io/guides/mcp-server-knowledge-base), API, CLI, and ChatGPT Connector ([Readwise](https://readwise.io/pricing)). KnowMan exposes saved items to agents through an MCP server with six tools. ## What an AI agent can connect to [AI agents](https://www.knowman.io/guides/knowledge-base-for-ai-agents) reach outside tools through MCP, the [Model Context Protocol](https://www.knowman.io/guides/what-is-an-mcp-server). An MCP server is a program that runs on your computer and exposes capabilities through a standardized protocol. You wire it into a client through a JSON config file that names which servers to run and how to connect. Many clients across platforms support MCP. The [MCP documentation](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/docs/2026-07-28/develop/connect-local-servers) covers all of this. ## What Chrome bookmarks give an agent Chrome's documented bookmark export produces a static HTML file, saved from [Bookmark Manager](https://www.knowman.io/guides/best-bookmark-manager) under More > "Export Bookmarks" ([Chrome Help](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/96816)). The documented bookmark search is an address-bar feature, not an agent interface: type `@bookmarks`, press Tab or Space, then enter keywords ([Chrome Help](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/188842)). So the documented surface is a file you export and a search box you type in. ## Export and API options in other managers Linkding documents import and export in Netscape HTML format ([linkding on GitHub](https://github.com/sissbruecker/linkding)). Karakeep documents a REST API and importers for Chrome, [Pocket](https://www.knowman.io/vs/pocket), Linkwarden, [Omnivore](https://www.knowman.io/vs/omnivore), and Tab Session Manager ([Karakeep on GitHub](https://github.com/karakeep-app/karakeep)). Linkwarden documents full-text search, SingleFile upload, and floccus sync ([Linkwarden on GitHub](https://github.com/linkwarden/linkwarden)). Raindrop.io advertises an [AI Assistant](https://www.knowman.io/guides/give-your-ai-context) and MCP integration for Claude and ChatGPT on its homepage ([Raindrop.io](https://raindrop.io/)). Readwise Reader's pricing page lists a CLI, MCP server, API, and ChatGPT Connector among its access options ([Readwise](https://readwise.io/pricing)). Reader is a read-it-later product rather than a bookmark manager ([Readwise](https://readwise.io/pricing)). ## Pocket is being phased out Pocket's official page states it is being phased out across its web, Android, iOS, and macOS apps and its browser extensions ([Pocket](https://getpocket.com/)). If your saved links live there, a move is worth planning. KnowMan states it imports from Pocket, [Instapaper](https://www.knowman.io/vs/instapaper), Omnivore, Readwise, Wallabag, and a [browser bookmarks](https://www.knowman.io/guides/best-bookmark-manager-chrome-extension) file. ## How KnowMan exposes saved items to agents KnowMan lists an MCP server with six tools: search, read items, ask, read memories, recent, and save items. With those tools an agent can find what you saved, read one item, answer questions, list [recent items](https://www.knowman.io/guides/personal-knowledge-base), and save a new link. KnowMan states the integration works with Claude Desktop, Claude Code, and Cursor. Step-by-step setup lives in the guides for [Claude Desktop](https://www.knowman.io/guides/claude-knowledge-base), [Claude Code](https://www.knowman.io/guides/claude-code-knowledge-base), and the [MCP server overview](https://www.knowman.io/guides/mcp-server-knowledge-base). ## Limits worth knowing The documented limits sit at the protocol level. Every MCP tool action requires your explicit approval before execution ([MCP documentation](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/docs/2026-07-28/develop/connect-local-servers)). Many MCP servers, including the Filesystem example server, require Node.js to run ([MCP documentation](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/docs/2026-07-28/develop/connect-local-servers)). A local server is wired into a client through a JSON config file that names which servers to run and how to connect ([MCP documentation](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/docs/2026-07-28/develop/connect-local-servers)). ## Where KnowMan fits The documented surfaces differ in kind. Linkding imports and exports Netscape HTML ([linkding on GitHub](https://github.com/sissbruecker/linkding)), and Chrome offers a static HTML export ([Chrome Help](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/96816)). KnowMan's documented agent surface is an MCP server with six tools, covering search, read items, ask, read memories, recent, and save. If you want an agent to search, read, ask about, and save what you collect, that tool list matches the job. The Free plan includes 5 Ask questions a day. The Pro plan adds search by meaning, rules, newsletters and RSS, AI summaries, export to Obsidian/Logseq and EPUB, and API access. For the wider picture, see [knowledge base for AI agents](https://www.knowman.io/guides/knowledge-base-for-ai-agents) and [persistent memory for AI agents](https://www.knowman.io/guides/persistent-memory-for-ai-agents). ## Use the hosted KnowMan server To connect this bookmark workflow to an MCP client, add the hosted KnowMan server at https://api.knowman.io/mcp. For OAuth-capable clients, open the KnowMan consent page, sign in, and approve access to `knowman.read` for search, read, and ask permissions, plus `knowman.write` if you want to save links. Access tokens last one hour and refresh automatically. You can instead create an API key in KnowMan settings and send it as an `Authorization: Bearer ` header. Then ask the assistant to search your KnowMan or save a URL. The open-source client is available at https://github.com/Essatt/knowman-mcp. ## Questions ### Can an AI agent read my Chrome bookmarks? Not through a documented agent interface. Chrome's export produces a static HTML file ([Chrome Help](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/96816)), and its bookmark search is an in-browser address-bar feature ([Chrome Help](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/188842)). ### Which bookmark or read-later tools document agent access? Raindrop.io advertises an AI Assistant and MCP integration for Claude and ChatGPT ([Raindrop.io](https://raindrop.io/)). Readwise Reader's pricing page lists a CLI, MCP server, API, and ChatGPT Connector ([Readwise](https://readwise.io/pricing)). ### How does KnowMan connect to AI agents? KnowMan lists an MCP server with six tools, covering search, read items, ask, read memories, recent, and save. The integration works with Claude Desktop, Claude Code, and Cursor. For setup, see the [MCP server guide](https://www.knowman.io/guides/mcp-server-knowledge-base). ### Is Pocket shutting down? Pocket's official page states it is being phased out across its apps and browser extensions ([Pocket](https://getpocket.com/)). KnowMan states it imports from Pocket, along with Instapaper, Omnivore, Readwise, Wallabag, and a browser bookmarks file. ## Related guides - [What Is a Knowledge Base for AI Agents?](https://www.knowman.io/guides/knowledge-base-for-ai-agents) - [Connect your knowledge base through KnowMan's MCP server](https://www.knowman.io/guides/mcp-server-knowledge-base) - [Persistent Memory for AI Agents](https://www.knowman.io/guides/persistent-memory-for-ai-agents) - [How Do You Connect AI to Your Notes?](https://www.knowman.io/guides/connect-any-ai-to-your-notes) ## More in this topic - [Turn your new tab into a reading inbox](https://www.knowman.io/guides/turn-your-new-tab-into-a-reading-inbox) - [KnowMan MCP server: open source](https://www.knowman.io/guides/knowman-mcp-open-source) - [Connect ChatGPT to your knowledge base](https://www.knowman.io/guides/connect-chatgpt-to-your-knowledge-base) ## Give your agent something to read Start a 14-day Pro trial with no credit card. 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