open-connector: an open-source connector gateway that provides secure, centralized access to 1,000+ app providers for AI agents

What it solves

OpenConnector is an open-source connector gateway that allows AI agents to interact with a vast array of third-party applications without requiring the agent process itself to handle sensitive provider credentials. It provides a centralized, secure boundary for managing authentication (API keys, OAuth2) and executing actions across 1,000+ providers and 10,000+ prebuilt actions.

How it works

It acts as a gateway between the AI agent and the external services. Agents discover and execute actions via a TypeScript SDK, CLI, MCP (Model Context Protocol), or HTTP/OpenAPI. The gateway handles the credential storage and OAuth flows, ensuring that provider secrets stay behind a secure runtime boundary. It can be deployed locally via Docker, on Fly.io, or as a lightweight runtime on Cloudflare Workers.

Who it’s for

• AI Agent Developers: Those building products where agents need durable, secure access to user app accounts (e.g., GitHub, Gmail, Notion, Slack).
• Enterprise Teams: Teams requiring a self-hosted or private runtime to maintain full control over their credentials and run logs.
• Product Teams: Developers adding agentic workflows to existing applications who need stable, inspectable action contracts.

Highlights

• Massive Catalog: Access to over 1,000 providers and 10,000 prebuilt actions.
• Flexible Deployment: Supports local Docker, Fly.io, and Cloudflare Workers (using D1/R2).
• Secure Credential Management: Handles API keys, OAuth2, and custom credentials with redacted run logs and policy controls.
• Multi-Interface Access: Compatible with MCP, OpenAPI, and a dedicated TypeScript SDK.
• Web Console: Includes a built-in dashboard for browsing connectors, configuring credentials, and debugging usage.