Add an MCP client

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title: Add an MCP client
description: Add an MCP client that connects to MCP servers through AI Gateway.
locale: en-US
canonical_url: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/australia/intelligent-experiences/add-an-mcp-client.html
release: australia
topic_type: task
last_updated: "2026-09-10"
reading_time_minutes: 1
breadcrumb: [Client registration and AI Gateway setup, Working with MCP server records, Discover and manage AI assets, AI Control Tower, Establishing AI governance, Enable AI Experiences]
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# Add an MCP client

Add an MCP client that connects to MCP servers through AI Gateway.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn\_ai\_governance.ai\_steward

## Procedure

1.  Navigate to **All** > **AI Control Tower** > **Home** > **Inventory** and select an MCP server.

2.  Select the **AI Gateway** tab.

3.  Select the **Setup** sub-tab.

4.  In the MCP client integration section, select **Add client**.

    **Note:** The Add client form presents two registration types: CIMD client and MCP client. Select the appropriate client.

5.  Select MCP client.

6.  Enter the **Client name**.

7.  Enter the **Redirect URL**.

8.  Select **Save**.


## Result

The MCP client is added and registered.