Deploy MCP Context Forge on Your Own Server
A gateway for managing context in applications.
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What is MCP Context Forge?
Deploy the mcp-context-forge application, which provides a gateway for managing context.
Self-Host MCP Context Forge
Follow these steps to deploy on your own server.
Install Docker
Skip this step if Docker is already installed on your server.
curl -fsSL https://get.docker.com | sh
Configure
Customize the settings below. Defaults work for most cases.
General
Deploy
Copy the configuration and run it on your server.
services:
mcp_context_forge:
image: ghcr.io/ibm/mcp-context-forge:0.2.0
environment:
AUTH_REQUIRED: "true"
BASIC_AUTH_PASSWORD: changeme
BASIC_AUTH_USER: admin
DATABASE_URL: sqlite:///./mcp.db
HOST: 0.0.0.0
JWT_SECRET_KEY: 5edf3e9a2d
Then run:
docker compose up -d
Access
Once started, access your app at http://localhost:4444
Why Self-Host MCP Context Forge?
Full Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access.
No Monthly Fees
Pay only for your server. No per-seat or usage charges.
Complete Control
Customize, backup, and scale on your own terms.
Privacy & Compliance
Meet GDPR, HIPAA, or internal security requirements.
Technical Details
Docker Image
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