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MCP Router is an open-source control plane for centrally managing MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers locally. It provides workspace isolation, request visibility, and easy integration with AI applications like Claude, Cursor, VSCode, Windsurf, and Cline. All processing is local, eliminating data leak risks, and the code is fully transparent and auditable on GitHub.
Key Features
Centrally manage MCP servers locally
Workspace isolation for different projects or apps
Request visibility with dashboard and workspace logs
Easy integration with Claude, Cursor, VSCode, Windsurf, and Cline
Supports Tool, Resource, and Prompt MCP types
Open source and auditable on GitHub
Local processing with zero data leak risk
Get running in 3 minutes from GitHub download
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Local processing ensures no data leaves your environment
- Open source with publicly available code for auditing and customization
- Flexible and extensible, compatible with any AI app or MCP server
- Quick setup in under 3 minutes via GitHub download
Cons
- Requires local installation and self-hosting, not a cloud-managed solution
- Limited to users comfortable with command-line and GitHub-based setup
Best For
Managing MCP servers for AI coding assistants like Claude, Cursor, and WindsurfIsolating MCP server environments for different development projectsMonitoring and logging MCP server requests in a local setupCustomizing and extending MCP server configurations for any AI application