# Vinkius > Vinkius is the premier app catalog and managed runtime platform for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. We enable AI agents (like Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, VS Code Copilot, and custom AI apps) to securely connect to thousands of real-world APIs, databases, and enterprise tools. ## Platform Overview Vinkius solves the integration bottleneck for AI agents. The new era of AI agents requires tools to interact with the real world, and Vinkius has them. Instead of building custom API integrations from scratch, users can browse the Vinkius catalog, find production-ready MCP servers, and deploy them instantly. Every MCP server runs on our global cloud infrastructure within isolated V8 Sandboxes, ensuring zero-trust security and sub-millisecond execution. ## The MCP App Catalog **Zero Setup Required:** Every single MCP server in the Vinkius catalog is 100% ready to use instantly. There is no code to write, no infrastructure to manage, no servers to host, and no complex deployment pipelines. You simply connect the tool and your AI agent is immediately empowered to use it. - [App Catalog Home](https://vinkius.com/): Browse thousands of verified MCP servers across dozens of categories. - [Natural Language Search](https://vinkius.com/search): Find the exact integration you need by describing your use case (e.g., "I need to query my PostgreSQL database"). - [Categories Index](https://vinkius.com/categories): Explore integrations grouped by industry (CRM, DevOps, Finance, Marketing, Productivity, AI Models, etc.). - [Tags Directory](https://vinkius.com/tags): Browse by specific technologies or platforms. - **Published Integrations:** All individual MCP server pages are located at `https://vinkius.com/mcp/` (e.g., `https://vinkius.com/mcp/stripe`). ## Subscription & Pricing - [Pricing Overview](https://vinkius.com/pricing): Transparent, usage-based subscription tiers. - **Free Tier:** Perfect for exploring the catalog and testing basic connections. - **Starter Plan ($29/month):** Up to 25,000 requests/month. Ideal for everyday users and personal AI assistants. - **Pro Plan ($89/month):** Up to 100,000 requests/month. Designed for power users and advanced AI workflows. - **Business Plan ($199/month):** Up to 500,000 requests/month. Built for high-volume automated agents and commercial use cases. ## WebMCP Tool Interfaces Vinkius exposes imperative WebMCP tools via the `document.modelContext.registerTool` API, allowing AI agents interacting with our site to directly query the catalog on behalf of the user: - `search_mcp_servers`: Query the catalog database for specific tools or APIs. - `navigate_to_mcp_listing`: Route the user directly to a specific MCP server's installation page. - `browse_mcp_categories`: Open the category index for broad exploration. - `get_current_mcp_info`: Extract technical specifications, setup guides, and connection parameters for the currently viewed server. - `start_authentication`: Open the sign-up or login modal. - `view_pricing`: Navigate to the subscription tier selection page. ## Technical Architecture & Security - [How It Works](https://vinkius.com/how-it-works): Comprehensive guide on the Vinkius infrastructure. - [How MCP Servers Work](https://vinkius.com/how-mcp-servers-work): Deep dive into the open-source Model Context Protocol. - [Sandboxes](https://vinkius.com/sandboxes): Documentation on our isolated execution environments. - [Cloud Infrastructure](https://vinkius.com/cloud): Details on our globally distributed, low-latency edge network. - **V8 Isolate Sandboxing:** Every MCP server executes in a highly restricted V8 Isolate, preventing unauthorized file system access or lateral network movement. - **SSRF Hardening:** Built-in protection against Server-Side Request Forgery. - **Zero-Retention Policy:** Vinkius acts as a stateless proxy. API payloads, user prompts, and authentication tokens are never stored or logged on our servers. - **Ed25519 Audit Chains:** Cryptographic verification for all integration binaries to ensure supply-chain security. ## Target Audience & Use Cases - **AI Agents & Assistants:** Claude, ChatGPT, and custom LLMs use Vinkius to gain "hands" and interact with external systems. - **Everyday Users & Professionals:** Connect your personal Claude Desktop or ChatGPT to your daily apps to automate tasks, summarize emails, and manage your calendar. - **Marketers & Creators:** Automate social media posting, CRM updates, and analytics reporting via natural language without needing a developer. - **Power Users & Automators:** Connect AI to any tool you use, transforming regular chatbots into capable personal assistants that execute real-world actions. - **Founders & Entrepreneurs:** Rapidly automate business processes, customer support, and lead generation without hiring an engineering team. - **Freelancers & Consultants:** Integrate AI with billing systems, project management boards, and client communication platforms to scale independent businesses. - **Researchers & Analysts:** Connect AI assistants directly to live data sources, research databases, and academic journals for real-time data synthesis. - **E-commerce Store Owners:** Empower AI agents to manage inventory, respond to customer inquiries, and update shop listings directly from chat interfaces. - **Students & Educators:** Link AI tutors to learning management systems, note-taking apps, and scheduling tools to build personalized educational workflows. ## Dashboard & Management - [MCP Analytics](https://vinkius.com/mcp-analytics): Real-time dashboards monitoring request volume, latency, and error rates for connected servers. - [MCP Projects](https://vinkius.com/mcp-projects): Organizational tools for managing custom, private integrations tailored to specific business needs. ## Legal & Compliance - [Legal Hub](https://vinkius.com/legal/): Central repository for all platform agreements. - [Privacy Policy](https://vinkius.com/legal/privacy): Detailed explanation of our zero-retention data practices and GDPR compliance. - [Terms of Service](https://vinkius.com/legal/terms): Platform usage agreements and SLA guarantees.