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A Python SDK providing plug-and-play OAuth 2.1 authentication for MCP servers.

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Overview

The MCP Auth Python SDK is a comprehensive solution for implementing OAuth 2.1 authentication in MCP servers. It simplifies the complex authentication process required by the MCP specification by providing pre-built integrations with trusted providers. The SDK aims to save developers weeks of work by offering a few lines of code implementation rather than building authentication systems from scratch. The project appears well-maintained with regular commits, comprehensive documentation, and active community engagement through GitHub discussions.

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you:Securely connecting Python MCP servers to external services using OAuth 2.1
you:Rapid implementation of authentication in MCP servers without deep security expertise
you:Standardizing authentication across multiple MCP servers using a single SDK
you:Which OAuth providers are supported?
you:How does this comply with the MCP specification?

When to choose this

Choose this when developing a Python MCP server and need to quickly implement OAuth 2.1 authentication without building auth infrastructure from scratch.

When NOT to choose this

Not ideal if you need non-Oauth authentication methods or are building servers in languages other than Python.

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Installation

pip install mcpauth

Add to your MCP server implementation:

from mcpauth import AuthMiddleware

# Initialize with your provider configuration
auth = AuthMiddleware(
    provider="your_provider",
    client_id="your_client_id",
    client_secret="your_client_secret"
)

# Apply to your MCP server
server = YourMCPServer()
server.with_auth(auth)

FAQ

Which OAuth providers are supported?
The SDK supports multiple providers including Google, Microsoft, GitHub, and others. Check the provider list on the MCP Auth website for the most up-to-date information on supported providers.
How does this comply with the MCP specification?
The SDK implements OAuth 2.1 and other required RFCs as specified in the MCP authorization section, ensuring full compliance with the protocol's authentication requirements.

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