MCP Hive Documentation
Welcome to the MCP Hive documentation. MCP Hive is a marketplace and gateway for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, connecting AI applications with powerful tools and capabilities.
What is MCP?
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard that enables AI models to interact with external tools, data sources, and services. MCP Hive makes it easy to discover, connect, and use MCP servers.
Choose Your Path
For MCP Server Providers
Are you building an MCP server and want to make it available to a wider audience?
MCP Server Provider Documentation covers:
- How to register your MCP server
- Technical requirements and best practices
- Managing your MCPs and tracking usage
For MCP Clients
Are you looking to use quality MCP tools in your AI applications?
MCP Client Documentation covers:
- How to obtain API credentials
- Installing and configuring mcpProxy
- Gateway mode vs Server mode
- Integration examples for Claude Desktop and other tools
Quick Links
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| MCP Hive Portal | Main application |
| Explore the Hive | Browse available MCP servers |
| mcpProxy on npm | Proxy package for consumers |
| MCP Protocol Spec | Official MCP documentation |
Getting Started
- Create an account - Sign up for MCP Hive
- Explore - Browse the MCP marketplace to see available servers
- Connect - Follow the MCP Client guide to start using MCPs
Need Help?
If you have questions or run into issues, you can:
- Check the relevant documentation section
- Contact support through your dashboard
- Visit the MCP Protocol documentation for protocol details