Adding a custom MCP server to Claude and ChatGPT
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Source: Simon Willison's WeblogJuly 28, 2026
Summary
This article discusses how to connect a custom MCP server (model context protocol, a system that lets AI assistants access external tools and data sources) to Claude and ChatGPT's web interfaces. The author notes that while both chat applications support MCP servers, the setup process is not straightforward and requires multiple steps.
Classification
Attack SophisticationModerate
AI Component TargetedAPI
Affected Vendors
OpenAIAnthropic
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Original source: https://simonwillison.net/2026/Jul/29/mcp-in-claude-and-chatgpt/#atom-everything
First tracked: July 29, 2026 at 08:01 PM
Classified by LLM (prompt v3) · confidence: 85%