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Remote MCP Server (Authless)

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This is an example of deploying a remote MCP server on Cloudflare Workers without authentication. It allows you to connect to the server from Cloudflare AI Playground or local MCP clients like Claude Desktop.

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What is Remote MCP Server (Authless)?

This is a remote MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that can be deployed on Cloudflare Workers. It allows you to expose tools and functionalities to MCP clients like the Cloudflare AI Playground and Claude Desktop, enabling them to interact with those tools.

How to use Remote MCP Server (Authless)?

You can deploy the server using the 'Deploy to Workers' button or via the command line. After deployment, you can connect to it from the Cloudflare AI Playground by entering the server's URL. For local clients like Claude Desktop, you can use the 'mcp-remote' proxy and configure the client to point to the proxy, which then forwards requests to the remote MCP server.

Key features of Remote MCP Server (Authless)

  • Authentication-less deployment

  • Integration with Cloudflare AI Playground

  • Compatibility with local MCP clients (e.g., Claude Desktop)

  • Customizable tools via the init() method

  • Serverless deployment on Cloudflare Workers

Use cases of Remote MCP Server (Authless)

  • Exposing custom tools to AI models

  • Building AI-powered applications with external functionalities

  • Integrating AI models with existing systems and services

  • Creating a remote interface for AI models

  • Experimenting with different tools and functionalities in the Cloudflare AI Playground

FAQ from Remote MCP Server (Authless)

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It's a protocol that allows AI models to interact with external tools and functionalities.

Why deploy an MCP server on Cloudflare Workers?

Cloudflare Workers provides a serverless environment that is easy to deploy and scale. It's a cost-effective way to host an MCP server.

How do I add my own tools to the MCP server?

You can add your own tools by defining them inside the init() method of src/index.ts using this.server.tool(...).

Can I use this server with other MCP clients besides Cloudflare AI Playground and Claude Desktop?

Yes, you can use this server with any MCP client that supports the Model Context Protocol. You may need to configure the client to point to the server's URL.

Is this server secure without authentication?

Since this server is deployed without authentication, it is important to consider the security implications. Avoid deploying this server with sensitive tools or data. Consider adding authentication for production environments.