What is MCP Router?
MCP Router is a free desktop app (Windows/Mac) that lets you securely manage local or remote MCP servers via GUI, with access control & logs. Works with VSCode, Cursor, Cline and any MCP client, and connects to servers from any registry (Zapier, etc.).
Problem
Users managing MCP servers manually or via CLI face security risks, fragmented access control, and lack of centralized logging, leading to inefficiency and vulnerability.
Solution
A desktop app (Windows/Mac) enabling secure GUI-based MCP server management with access control, audit logs, and cross-client compatibility (VSCode, Cursor, etc.). Free to use.
Customers
DevOps engineers, IT administrators, and developers managing MCP servers in remote/local environments.
Unique Features
GUI-first approach for MCP server management, universal compatibility with clients/registries (Zapier, etc.), and free security features (access controls + logs).
User Comments
Simplifies MCP server setup
Secure access controls are a game-changer
Seamless integration with VSCode
Free alternative to CLI-heavy tools
Logging improves compliance
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt (details unspecified), positioned as free tool with no disclosed MRR/user metrics. Integrates with Zapier and major code editors.
Market Size
The $10.4 billion DevOps tools market (2023) includes server management solutions, driven by cloud adoption and security demands.
