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Jentic MCP + Claude Desktop (OAuth)

Goal — In a few minutes, you'll enable Jentic MCP tools in Claude Desktop using OAuth authentication, allowing you to search, load, and execute external APIs directly in your conversations.

What you'll get

With Jentic MCP configured in Claude Desktop, you'll gain access to powerful tools:

Tools available

Tool available in Claude Desktop What it does
search_apis Type what you need (e.g., "Send Discord Message", "Find New York Times Articles") and MCP lists matching APIs.
load_execution_info See the details of any API you found - what information it needs and how to use it.
execute Actually use the API - provide the required information and get results back in the chat.

Resources available

Resource available in Claude Desktop What it does
list_credentials Lists all credentials your agent has access to in .txt format. Can be given to the agent for more context about available integrations.

Before you start

  • Claude Desktop with a paid account (Pro, Team, Enterprise, etc.) — Custom connectors require a paid account
  • Jentic account — Sign in at app.jentic.com
  • MCP Configuration set — Create an MCP Configuration set in Jentic with the integrations you want to use

Note: In a team or enterprise plan, an organization owner must add the custom connector at an organization-wide level.

1. Sign In to Jentic

  1. Go to app.jentic.com/sign-in in your browser.
  2. Sign in to your Jentic account.
  3. Make sure you use the same sign-in method you'll use when connecting to MCP later.

2. Set Up MCP Configuration

  1. Go to app.jentic.com/mcp-configuration in your browser.
  2. Click to create a new MCP Configuration set.
  3. Choose the integrations you want to use with MCP.
  4. Add any necessary credentials (API keys, OAuth tokens, etc.) to the configuration set.
  5. Save your configuration.

3. Connect to MCP

Which account type do you have? - Team account: If you have a team account where the connector is already configured at the organization level, follow the Team Accounts section below. - Personal account: If you're using a personal account or need to add the connector manually, follow the Personal Accounts section below.

For Personal Accounts

If you're using a personal account or need to add the connector manually:

  1. In Claude Desktop, click the + icon in the chatbox.
  2. Hover over Connectors to see additional options.
  3. Click Manage Connectors.
  4. Click Add custom connector.
  5. Fill in the form:
  6. Name: Jentic (or any name you prefer)
  7. Server URL: https://api.jentic.com/mcp
  8. Click Add.
  9. Click Connect for your Jentic connector.
  10. Sign in using the same account you use for Jentic (must match exactly).
  11. Click Open Claude when prompted.

For Team Accounts

If you're using a team account (but not owner of the enterprise), the Jentic MCP Server should be made available at organisation level by the owner:

  1. Open Claude Desktop and go to your account settings.
  2. Click Connectors.
  3. Click Connect for the Jentic MCP Server.
  4. Sign in using the same account you use for Jentic (must match exactly).
  5. Click Open Claude when prompted.

4. You're All Set

You're now connected! To use Jentic MCP:

  1. Start a new chat.
  2. Click the + icon and go to Connectors.
  3. Make sure Jentic (or your connector name) is toggled on.
  4. Begin your query with "Use Jentic to …" to use the tools.