Cortex Gateway MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Cortex Gateway in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http cortex-gateway https://mcp.cortex-gateway.dev/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cortex-gateway": {
      "url": "https://mcp.cortex-gateway.dev/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Cortex Gateway MCP server do?

Self-hosted federated MCP gateway: one OAuth 2.1 MCP server in front of N apps, user-level scopes.

Is the Cortex Gateway MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Cortex Gateway run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Cortex Gateway to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http cortex-gateway https://mcp.cortex-gateway.dev/mcp

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