mcp-auth
npxStandardThe mcp-auth server provides authentication for MCP servers. It exposes OAuth 2.0 and JWT token validation tools. It connects to identity providers like Google, GitHub, and Auth0. Developers use it to secure their MCP servers with minimal setup.
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Overview
The mcp-auth server provides authentication for MCP servers. It exposes OAuth 2.0 and JWT token validation tools. It connects to identity providers like Google, GitHub, and Auth0. Developers use it to secure their MCP servers with minimal setup.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-auth2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-auth-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-auth"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp-auth?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp-auth
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp-auth. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP-AUTH_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp-auth API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp-auth?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp-auth"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp-auth with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with mcp-auth
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