ToolHive

What it does

ToolHive is a desktop application that lets you discover, install, and run MCP servers through a graphical interface. Each server runs in an isolated container with minimal permissions, and ToolHive auto-configures popular AI clients like Claude Desktop, GitHub Copilot, and Cursor so you can start using tools immediately.

Key features

• One-click MCP server deployment — Browse and launch any MCP server from a graphical interface, no manual config needed
• Secure container isolation — Every server runs sandboxed with only the permissions it needs; secrets are managed securely, never in plaintext
• Auto-configures AI clients — Seamlessly integrates with Claude Desktop, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and more by writing the right config for you
• Cross-platform — Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux as a native Electron app
• HTTP/SSE proxy — Exposes each MCP server via an HTTP/SSE proxy so any MCP client can connect

Installation

Download the latest release from toolhive.dev/download and follow the quickstart guide.

For Claude Desktop, ToolHive auto-configures the connection. For manual setup, add the HTTP/SSE endpoint to your client config.

Supported hosts

Claude Desktop, GitHub Copilot (VS Code), Cursor