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Best Claude Connectors: The Ones Worth Turning On
Claude connectors link Claude to Google Drive, Gmail, Notion, Linear and more. See the best by use case, how to add custom ones, and how to stay safe.
Read →ChatGPT Developer Mode: What It Is and How to Enable It
ChatGPT developer mode gives ChatGPT full MCP client support, writes included. See who gets it, how to enable it, and how to use it safely.
Read →Claude MCP: How to Use MCP Servers in Claude
Claude MCP explained: add MCP servers in claude.ai, Claude Desktop, Claude Code and mobile, which plans allow it, and how to stay safe.
Read →Connect ChatGPT to Your Database: 3 Ways, No Code
Connect ChatGPT to a database in 3 ways: upload a CSV, use a BI tool, or add a read-only MCP connector. Includes a no-code PostgreSQL setup.
Read →Smithery Is Shutting Down Its MCP Proxy: What to Do Now
Smithery is shutting down its connection services on October 31, 2026. See what stops, what stays, and how to move your MCP servers.
Read →WhatsApp MCP: Connect WhatsApp to Claude and ChatGPT
A WhatsApp MCP server lets Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor read chats and send messages and voice notes. Setup on MCPifex (Pro plan and up), plus its limits.
Read →Chat with Your Database Using AI: A Practical MCP Guide
Chat with your database using AI and MCPifex. Learn to define metrics, limit access, catch bad joins, and verify the SQL behind every answer.
Read →Best MCP Servers in 2026: 17 Picks by Use Case
The best MCP servers in 2026, 17 picks by use case: GitHub, Playwright, Postgres, Notion, Search Console and more, with links and a safety checklist.
Read →Self Host MCP Server Cost: A Build vs Buy Cost Guide
Self host MCP server cost goes beyond the server bill. Use this formula and worked example to compare hosting it yourself with a hosted MCP service.
Read →AI Agent Tool Permissions: Control Reach with MCPifex
AI agent tool permissions decide what an assistant can really do. Learn how to limit MCP tools per task and back them up with narrow accounts.
Read →GitHub MCP Server Explained: Setup, Tools, and Auth
The GitHub MCP server lets Claude Code, Cursor and VS Code manage issues, pull requests and code. See setup, toolsets and OAuth vs token options.
Read →Google Trends AI Keyword Research with MCP: A Playbook
Keyword research with Google Trends MCP: compare terms, read relative scores, group search intent and build an evidence-backed content plan with Claude.
Read →MCP Gateway for Teams: Centralize Access and Tool Use
MCP for teams made simple: a gateway centralizes setup and tool access. Choose instances, protect credentials, test denials and roll out shared workflows.
Read →MCP Security Checklist: Evidence to Gather Before Launch
Use this MCP security checklist to review server trust, credentials, tool permissions, logs and recovery. Each check names the evidence to keep.
Read →MCP Specification Update: What Changed in July 2026
MCP specification update for revision 2026-07-28: stateless requests, a required discovery call, deprecations, and what to test before you adopt it.
Read →MCP Prompt Injection: How Tool Results Cross Boundaries
MCP prompt injection turns untrusted tool results into unwanted actions. See an example, limit tool reach, review approvals, and test your defenses safely.
Read →Query Postgres from Claude with MCP: A Practical Guide
Query Postgres from Claude through MCPifex: use a read-only role, inspect the schema first, run bounded SQL, and check every answer before you trust it.
Read →Search Console in ChatGPT: A Practical Reporting Guide
Use Search Console in ChatGPT with MCPifex: compare periods, find page and query changes, check indexing, and keep measured findings apart from guesses.
Read →MCP Supported Clients: Claude, ChatGPT, IDEs and More
An MCP clients list for Claude.ai, ChatGPT, Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, VS Code, Gemini CLI and n8n: transport, sign-in and setup requirements for each.
Read →What Is MCP? The Model Context Protocol Explained for Everyone
What is MCP? The Model Context Protocol lets AI apps like Claude and ChatGPT use your tools and data. Plain-English guide, examples and a 5-minute start.
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