Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@Guardrails MCP ServerCheck if this investment aligns with the user's ethical values."
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Guardrails MCP Server
MCP (Model Context Protocol) server for Guardrails — the conscience layer for autonomous agents.
Allows any MCP-compatible AI agent (Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.) to natively use Guardrails to check user values, make aligned decisions, and respect faith-based preferences.
Transport
Streamable HTTP (MCP spec 2025-03-26) at /mcp endpoint.
Tools
Tool | Description |
| Create a new user values profile |
| Retrieve a user's values profile |
| Update profile domains |
| Rule-based compatibility check |
| LLM-powered decision (premium, BYOK) |
| Faith-aware calendar/scheduling |
| List available value domains |
| List custom configs |
| Create custom config |
| Update custom config |
| Delete custom config |
Agent Configuration
Claude Desktop / Cursor / Windsurf
Add to your MCP config:
{
"mcpServers": {
"guardrails": {
"url": "https://mcp.useguardrails.com/mcp"
}
}
}Every tool requires your Guardrails api_key as a parameter.
Environment Variables
Variable | Default | Description |
|
| Server port |
|
| Guardrails REST API base URL |
Development
npm install
npm run devDeployment
Deployed as a separate Railway service in the same project as the API.
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