Box
Files, folders, search, Box AI
About Box
Box is a secure content platform for storing, organizing, searching, and collaborating on business files. Its remote MCP server gives assistants governed access to file and folder context, Box AI capabilities, and document knowledge within the permissions already configured in Box.
Connection details
https://mcp.box.comTransport
Streamable HTTP
Authentication
OAuth
Setup
claude mcp add box --transport http https://mcp.box.comFrequently asked questions
What is the Box remote MCP server?
The Box remote MCP server is a hosted Model Context Protocol endpoint at https://mcp.box.com, so AI assistants can connect to it without installing or running anything locally.
How do I connect to the Box MCP server?
Add the endpoint https://mcp.box.com to any MCP-compatible client such as Claude Code, Cursor, or VS Code. The setup snippets on this page configure each client in one step.
Does the Box MCP server require authentication?
Yes. Box uses OAuth: the first time you connect, your MCP client opens a browser window to sign in and authorize access, then reuses the credentials for future sessions.
Which transport does the Box MCP server use?
Box exposes a Streamable HTTP endpoint, the transport used by remote MCP servers and supported by all major MCP clients.
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