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Claude Connectors Directory submission form: all 50 fields across 6 pages
Provide and follow a complete, field-by-field guide: (1) gather company and contact info; (2) prepare server metadata (name, universal/custom URL, tagline ≤55 chars, 50–100 word description, ≥3 use cases with prompt examples, read/write capabilities, MCP App flag, third-party/data handling and health-data flags, categories, ad policy); (3) prepare authentication details (OAuth type, static/dynamic client info, transport support), docs and privacy URLs, support channel; (4) create a test account (no 2FA, e.g. mcp-review@anthropic.com), test-data and clear setup instructions, and list tools with user-friendly titles and safety annotations; (5) ensure launch readiness (GA date, supported Claude clients, square SVG logo URL, favicon verification, promo images) and optional skills/plugins info; (6) complete the submission checklist by ensuring policy, technical, documentation, and testing requirements are met (OAuth implemented, HTTPS, CORS, safety annotations, public docs, privacy/terms, test account valid ≥30 days); and (7) use the provided key URLs for the remote/local forms and submission guide, then submit and expect an approximate two-week review.
Problem
Submitting an MCP server to the Claude Connectors Directory requires completing a ~50-field, 6-page Google Form whose structure is not publicly documented, making it difficult to prepare required assets, credentials, and technical details in advance.
Solution
Provide and follow a complete, field-by-field guide: (1) gather company and contact info; (2) prepare server metadata (name, universal/custom URL, tagline ≤55 chars, 50–100 word description, ≥3 use cases with prompt examples, read/write capabilities, MCP App flag, third-party/data handling and health-data flags, categories, ad policy); (3) prepare authentication details (OAuth type, static/dynamic client info, transport support), docs and privacy URLs, support channel; (4) create a test account (no 2FA, e.g. mcp-review@anthropic.com), test-data and clear setup instructions, and list tools with user-friendly titles and safety annotations; (5) ensure launch readiness (GA date, supported Claude clients, square SVG logo URL, favicon verification, promo images) and optional skills/plugins info; (6) complete the submission checklist by ensuring policy, technical, documentation, and testing requirements are met (OAuth implemented, HTTPS, CORS, safety annotations, public docs, privacy/terms, test account valid ≥30 days); and (7) use the provided key URLs for the remote/local forms and submission guide, then submit and expect an approximate two-week review.
## Problem
Submitting an MCP server to Claude Connectors Directory requires filling out a Google Form with ~50 fields across 6 pages. The form structure is not documented anywhere, making it hard to prepare in advance.
## Form Structure (6 Pages)
### Page 1: Introduction
No input fields. Links to Software Directory Policy and Terms.
### Page 2: Submission Details (~29 fields)
**Company Information:**
- Company/Organization Name (required)
- Company/Organization URL (required)
- Primary Contact Name (required)
- Primary Contact Email (required)
- Primary Contact Role
- Anthropic Point of Contact (if known)
**Server Details:**
- MCP Server Name (required) — do NOT include "MCP" or "Server" in the name
- MCP Server URL type: Universal URL / Custom MCP URLs (required)
- MCP Server URL value (required)
- Tagline — max 55 characters including spaces (required)
- MCP Server Description — 50-100 words (required)
- Use Cases + Examples — minimum 3 use cases with prompt examples (required)
- Connection requirements (required) — free/paid account, admin rights, region restrictions. Write "No special requirements." if none
- Read/Write Capabilities: Read Only / Write Only / Read + Write (required)
- Is this an "MCP App" with interactive UI elements: Yes / No (required)
- Third-party Connections and Web Access — checkboxes: web access, third-party AI models, third-party data retrieval, third-party data modification, N/A (required)
- Data Handling — checkboxes: user-requested data only, no storage beyond session, encrypted HTTPS/TLS, GDPR compliant
- Health data access: Yes / No (required)
- Categories: Business & Productivity, Communication, Data & Analytics, Development tools, Financial Services, Consumer Health, Health & Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Commerce & Shopping, Other
- Sponsored content or advertisements: No / Yes (banner ads) / Yes (ranking impacted) (required)
**Authentication Details:**
- Authentication Type: No auth / OAuth 2.0 / Custom URL (required)
- Auth Client: Static OAuth Client / Dynamic OAuth Client (DCR, CIMD)
- Static Client ID
- Static Client Secret
- Transport Support: Streamable HTTP / SSE — checkboxes (required). Streamable HTTP recommended, SSE will be deprecated.
**Documentation & Support:**
- MCP Server Documentation Link (required)
- Privacy Policy URL (required) — displayed in Directory
- Data Processing Agreement URL
- Support Channel (required) — displayed in Directory
### Page 3: Test Account & Technical Details (~5 fields)
- Testing Account Credentials (required) — use mcp-review@anthropic.com if email needed. No 2FA.
- Test Account Server URL (if different from main)
- Test Account Setup Instructions — must be clear enough for reviewers unfamiliar with the service
- Test Data Availability checkboxes: includes sample data / all tools testable
- List of tools — comma-separated: `tool_name (human-readable name)` (required)
- Tool Titles & Annotations — must check BOTH: user-friendly titles specified AND accurate annotations specified (required)
- List of resources (optional)
- List of prompts (optional)
### Page 4: Launch Readiness & Media (~7 fields)
- Server GA Date — only GA servers are listed
- Testing confirmed in: Claude.ai (web) / Claude Desktop / Claude Code / Cowork — checkboxes (required)
- Server Logo — square 1:1 SVG URL (required). Google Drive link OK.
- Server Logo SVG upload (alternative, max 10MB)
- Favicon verification checkbox (required) — verify at `https://www.google.com/s2/favicons?domain=YOUR_DOMAIN&sz=64`
- Promotional Images upload (optional, 3-5 recommended, 1000px+ width PNG for MCP Apps)
- Link to Promotional Materials
### Page 5: Skills & Plugins (all optional)
- Skill Name (100 chars max)
- Skill Description
- GitHub URL of Skill
- Extra Information on Skills
- Related Plugins
### Page 6: Submission Checklist (all required)
**Policy Compliance (must check all):**
- Reviewed and agree to Software Directory Policy
- Server does NOT enable cross-service automation
- Server does NOT transfer money/crypto/financial transactions
- MCP server is live, published, ready for production traffic
- You work for the company that owns/controls the API endpoints
**Technical Requirements (must check all):**
- OAuth 2.0 fully implemented for all authenticated tools
- All tools include safety annotations (readOnlyHint, destructiveHint)
- Server accessible via HTTPS
- CORS properly configured for browser-based auth
- Claude.ai and Claude Code IPs allowlisted (if applicable)
- Tested with Claude.ai on latest build
**Documentation Requirements (must check all):**
- Complete server documentation publicly accessible
- Docs include setup instructions, tool descriptions, troubleshooting
- Privacy policy published and accessible
- Terms of service published and accessible
**Testing Requirements (must check all):**
- Test account with sample data ready
- Test credentials valid for at least 30 days
- All tools functional and tested
- Additional Information (optional free text)
## Key URLs
- Remote MCP submission form: https:[MASKED:high_entropy_secret]
- Local MCPB form: https://forms.gle/9TkHpiATf7oAvg8g9
- Plugin form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeFthxvjOXUjxg1i3KrOOkEPDJtn71XC-KjmQlxNP63xYydg/viewform
- Submission guide: https://support.claude.com/en/articles/12922490-remote-mcp-server-submission-guide
- Software Directory Policy: https://support.claude.com/en/articles/13145358-anthropic-software-directory-policy
- Update existing server: email mcp-review@anthropic.com
- Review period: approximately 2 weeks (not guaranteed)
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