The MCP Era Begins 🚀
Jan v0.6.5 introduces groundbreaking Model Context Protocol (MCP) support, transforming Jan from a simple chat interface into a powerful AI automation platform. Connect your AI to browsers, APIs, databases, and countless tools.
🔗 Model Context Protocol Integration
MCP opens up infinite possibilities:
- Universal Tool Access: Connect to any service that supports MCP
- Real-time Data: Access live information from APIs and databases
- Browser Automation: Control web browsers directly through AI commands
- File System Access: Read, write, and manipulate files with AI assistance
- Custom Tools: Build your own MCP servers for specialized workflows
🌐 Built-in MCP Servers
Launch with powerful integrations:
- Browser Control: Automate web tasks, scrape data, fill forms
- File Management: AI-powered file operations and organization
- API Integration: Connect to REST APIs, GraphQL endpoints
- Database Access: Query and update databases through natural language
- Git Operations: Manage repositories with AI assistance
🎯 Smart Tool Discovery
Jan automatically discovers and configures MCP tools:
- Auto-detection: Finds available MCP servers on your system
- One-click Setup: Enable tools with simple toggle switches
- Permission Control: Fine-grained control over tool access
- Usage Analytics: Track which tools your AI uses most
🛡️ Enhanced Security Framework
Built with security as a priority:
- Sandboxed Execution: Tools run in isolated environments
- Permission System: Explicit approval for sensitive operations
- Audit Logging: Complete history of tool usage and permissions
- Safe Defaults: Conservative permissions that you can expand
🎨 Redesigned Tool Interface
Beautiful new interface for tool management:
- Visual Tool Cards: See available tools at a glance
- Real-time Status: Know when tools are active or inactive
- Interactive Setup: Guided configuration for complex tools
- Usage Insights: Understand how your AI uses different tools
🔧 Developer Experience
For MCP server developers:
- Local Development: Test MCP servers directly in Jan
- Debug Tools: Built-in logging and error reporting
- Hot Reload: Changes to MCP servers update instantly
- Protocol Validation: Ensure your servers follow MCP standards
🚀 Performance Improvements
Under the hood optimizations:
- Faster Tool Loading: MCP servers start 3x faster
- Memory Efficiency: Reduced memory usage for tool operations
- Connection Pooling: Efficient management of tool connections
- Async Operations: Non-blocking tool execution
🌟 Coming Next
The MCP ecosystem is just getting started:
- More built-in integrations (Slack, Discord, GitHub)
- Visual workflow builder for complex automations
- Community marketplace for sharing MCP servers
- Enterprise-grade security and compliance features
Breaking Changes
- Tool permissions now require explicit user approval
- Some legacy integrations have been migrated to MCP
- Configuration format updated for better security
Transform how you work with AI. Download Jan v0.6.5 and enter the MCP era.
For technical details, see our MCP documentation and GitHub release.