What is Microsoft MCP Gateway?

The Microsoft MCP Gateway functions as a versatile open-source reverse proxy and management interface specifically designed for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, enabling scalable and session-aware routing while also providing lifecycle management and centralized control over MCP services, especially in Kubernetes environments. Serving as a control plane, it effectively channels requests from AI agents (MCP clients) to their respective backend MCP servers, ensuring session affinity and managing a variety of tools and endpoints through a unified gateway that emphasizes authorization and observability. Furthermore, it allows teams to deploy, update, and decommission MCP servers and tools using RESTful APIs, which facilitate the registration of tool definitions and resource management, all reinforced by security protocols such as bearer tokens and role-based access control (RBAC). The architecture distinctly differentiates the management of the control plane—which encompasses CRUD operations on adapters, tools, and metadata—from the routing capabilities of the data plane, which accommodates streamable HTTP connections and dynamic tool routing, thereby delivering sophisticated functionalities like session-aware stateful routing. This thoughtful design not only boosts operational efficiency but also cultivates a more secure and robust environment for overseeing AI services, ultimately paving the way for streamlined management and enhanced performance in complex deployments.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.

Integrations

Offers API?:
Yes, Microsoft MCP Gateway provides an API

Screenshots and Video

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Microsoft
Date Founded:
1975
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
microsoft.github.io/mcp-gateway/

Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

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