Why MCP configuration needs a registry
MCP server configuration often lives in local files, setup docs, or chat snippets. A private MCP registry keeps canonical entries in one controlled location.
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Private MCP registry for agent configuration
Store canonical MCP JSON configuration privately and let agents fetch approved entries during setup.
Use placeholders for secrets
Registry42 is not a secret manager. Store MCP JSON with placeholders such as ${GITHUB_TOKEN}, then resolve secrets locally in the agent runtime.
Distribute with scoped tokens
Scope fetch tokens to specific registries so machines, collaborators, and agent clients can retrieve only the MCP entries they should use.
Why Registry42
- Canonical MCP JSON
- Private registry containers
- Secret-placeholder guidance
- Scoped fetch tokens
- Agent setup examples
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Frequently asked questions
What is an MCP registry?
An MCP registry stores Model Context Protocol configuration entries that agents can fetch and install.
Should I store raw secrets in MCP entries?
No. Registry42 recommends environment placeholders such as ${GITHUB_TOKEN} instead of raw secrets.
Can MCP entries be private?
Yes. Registry42 stores MCP entries privately and requires token-authenticated fetch access.