What problem does it solve?
OAuth 2.1 provides a secure, standardized framework for authenticating MCP gateways and their connected servers. It helps teams understand flows, configure providers, and troubleshoot issues in a centralized, consistent manner.
Core Features & Use Cases
- Understand OAuth 2.1 concepts (PKCE required, explicit redirect URI matching) and map them to MCP Gateway configurations.
- Configure MCP servers with OAuth settings, including authorization server details, client credentials, and scopes, with guided best practices.
- Troubleshoot common failures (redirect URI mismatches, token exchanges, PKCE problems) and implement secure token storage and rotation strategies.
- Implement secure authentication patterns across MCP profiles and enable Dynamic Client Registration where supported.
Quick Start
Open the MCP Gateway UI, enable OAuth on a sample MCP server, and complete the PKCE-protected authorization flow to obtain a token.