DEFINITION
MCP Connector
Model Context Protocol Connector
Definition
An integration component that connects external services, tools, or applications to the MCP ecosystem, enabling AI agents to access and control those services. Connectors handle protocol translation and expose service capabilities as MCP tools.
Examples in the Wild
- Example 1:Anthropic's MCP connectors for various third-party services
- Example 2:Database connectors for SQL/NoSQL systems
- Example 3:API connectors for SaaS platforms