What you’ll learn:
- The types of custom providers available
- When to use each type
Types of Custom Providers
Managed Providers
Upload your MCP server code and Metorial hosts it for you. Your code runs in Metorial’s infrastructure with automatic scaling and monitoring. Supported languages include TypeScript/JavaScript (Node.js) and Python.Best for:
- Custom business logic and internal APIs
- Teams that want to focus on code rather than infrastructure
- Rapid prototyping and deployment
External Providers
Connect your self-hosted MCP server to Metorial. Your server runs on your own infrastructure and Metorial connects to it via HTTP/HTTPS. You maintain full control over hosting, security, and deployment.Best for:
- On-premises requirements
- Existing infrastructure you want to integrate
- Sensitive data that must stay in your environment
Forked Providers
Clone and modify an existing integration from the catalog. Start with a working integration and customize it to your needs. The forked provider becomes a managed provider that you can deploy and update.Best for:
- Customizing existing integrations
- Adding features to catalog providers
- Learning from existing implementations