Remote Authless FAQs

Question 1

Can I add my own custom tools to the server?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can easily integrate your custom tools. Define each tool within the `init()` method of your `src/index.ts` file using `this.server.tool(...)`.

Question 2

How do I deploy Remote Authless?

Accepted Answer

You can deploy Remote Authless quickly using the 'Deploy to Workers' button on Cloudflare, or by using the command line with `npm create cloudflare@latest -- my-mcp-server --template=cloudflare/ai/demos/remote-mcp-authless`.

Question 3

Why is the server unauthenticated?

Accepted Answer

The server is 'authless' to simplify deployment and reduce setup overhead for specific use cases where authentication isn't a primary concern. This design allows for rapid integration and access for designated AI clients to your custom tools.

Question 4

What is Remote Authless?

Accepted Answer

Remote Authless is a Cloudflare Workers-based server that deploys an unauthenticated Model Context Protocol (MCP) server. It enables external AI clients to seamlessly access your custom AI tools without requiring any authentication.

Question 5

Which AI clients can connect to Remote Authless?

Accepted Answer

Remote Authless supports direct connection to the Cloudflare AI Playground. It can also connect to local MCP clients like Claude Desktop by using the `mcp-remote` proxy, allowing local AI tools to access your remote server.

Remote Authless

Remote Authless

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