MCP Router is a desktop application designed for managing Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. Developed primarily in TypeScript and JavaScript, it acts as a central hub for connecting to and controlling both local and remote MCP servers. This tool simplifies server operations, allowing users to toggle servers, enable or disable individual tools, and organize their configurations. It supports integration with popular AI clients like Claude, Cline, Windsurf, and Cursor, making it a valuable utility for developers and users working with multiple MCP environments. The application is available as downloadable binaries for Windows and macOS, alongside a CLI package.

What does MCP Router connect to?

MCP Router is engineered to connect with any Model Context Protocol (MCP) server, regardless of whether it is hosted locally or remotely. It functions as a central management application for these servers. While the Model Context Protocol itself supports STDIO, Streamable HTTP, and SSE for data transport, the specific protocols MCP Router uses to communicate with its own clients are not detailed. It is confirmed to integrate with various AI clients, including Claude, Cline, Windsurf, and Cursor, providing a unified interface for these connections.

Core features and tools

MCP Router offers several core functionalities for server management. These include Centralized Server Management, which allows users to toggle MCP servers on or off and enable or disable individual tools. Users can also organize servers into Projects and Workspaces for better structure. The application provides Universal Connectivity and One-Click Integration with various AI clients. Additionally, it features Logging & Analytics to help monitor server activity. A list of specific callable tools that MCP Router itself exposes to AI clients is not described.

Who is it for?

MCP Router is intended for developers and users who require a unified interface to manage multiple Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers and their associated AI clients. It assists those needing to organize server configurations, toggle server states, and integrate various AI tools from a single dashboard. The tool is particularly useful for environments where several MCP servers need coordinated management. Skip this if you only manage a single MCP server and do not use multiple AI clients.

How to get started

The server authenticates using a token-based system. A token, MCPR_TOKEN, is issued when adding a custom application, which is then used as an environment variable for CLI access.

Use cases

• Centralized Server Management: Manage multiple MCP servers from a single dashboard, toggling them on/off and enabling or disabling individual tools.
• Universal Connectivity and AI Client Integration: Connect to local and remote MCP servers, integrating these connections with AI clients like Claude, Cline, and Cursor.
• Context and Tool Organization: Organize MCP servers into Projects and manage configurations with Workspaces for granular control over exposed tools.

MCP Router provides a centralized desktop solution for managing Model Context Protocol servers and integrating with AI clients. Its token-based authentication and ability to organize servers into projects offer structured control over complex environments. The application simplifies operations for those juggling multiple MCP server instances and AI tool connections.