# ToolHive

ToolHive is an open-source Model Context Protocol (MCP) platform for developers and platform engineers that securely runs MCP servers in isolated containers, letting artificial intelligence (AI) assistants connect to.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/5540/toolhive

## Description

ToolHive is an open-source Model Context Protocol (MCP) platform for developers and platform engineers that securely runs MCP servers in isolated containers, letting artificial intelligence (AI) assistants connect to data sources and external tools.

## Platform availability

Available on 0 of 9 platforms.

## Health score

67/100 (Good), based on 3 of 4 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 11 days ago)
- Popular: 67 (2,223 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 0 (0 install platforms)

## Links

- GitHub: https://github.com/stacklok/toolhive
- Official website: https://stacklok.com
- Documentation: https://docs.stacklok.com

## Common questions

### Can I self-host the MCP registry and gateway instead of using a SaaS provider?

Yes. ToolHive lets you self-host the MCP registry, gateway, and related platform components.

### How are MCP servers isolated when run with ToolHive?

Each MCP server is wrapped in an isolated container with a minimal permission file and no local credentials.

### Does ToolHive support per-request identity controls and Kubernetes integration?

It enforces identity and access policy per request when configured with an authentication source. Its Kubernetes operator can declare policies, integrate with an IdP and observability stack, and emit OTel traces.

### Can existing AI clients use ToolHive-managed MCP servers?

Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or another preferred client can be connected to MCP servers with a single click or command.

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