Box MCP Server (Remote)

Overview

The Box MCP Server (Remote) is a cloud‑hosted gateway that lets AI assistants—such as Claude, Copilot Studio, or Mistral Le Chat—talk directly to a user’s Box workspace without moving data out of the platform. By exposing a standard MCP interface, it removes the need for custom integrations or on‑premise deployments while keeping all file access and AI operations within Box’s secure environment. The server is reachable at and relies on OAuth 2.0 for fine‑grained, user‑consented authorization.

At its core, the server offers a collection of high‑level tools that map to common Box capabilities. Developers can retrieve authenticated user details, list and search folders or files, read file contents, and invoke Box AI services such as Q&A over documents or metadata extraction. These tools are bundled into a single MCP endpoint, so an assistant can query the file system and trigger AI‑powered analysis in one seamless request. The design keeps data confined to Box, satisfying strict compliance requirements while still enabling powerful AI workflows.

Key benefits for developers include:

• Zero‑touch data migration – content never leaves Box, eliminating storage or transfer costs.
• Unified authentication – OAuth flows are handled by the client, and Box automatically scopes access to only what is needed.
• Rich AI tooling – built‑in Box AI functions allow assistants to answer questions about documents or pull metadata without external services.
• Scalable, managed hosting – the remote server is maintained by Box, removing operational overhead and ensuring high availability.

Typical use cases span enterprise knowledge management, automated document review, and compliance monitoring. For example, a legal assistant could search a contract folder, read the latest version, and ask an AI query about indemnification clauses—all within a single conversation. In customer support, agents could pull product manuals from Box and use the Q&A tool to answer technical questions in real time. Because the server adheres strictly to MCP standards, any platform that supports the protocol can integrate with Box in minutes, making it a versatile bridge between AI agents and corporate content repositories.

What sets this MCP server apart is its tight coupling with Box’s own AI services and the convenience of a pre‑configured, OAuth‑protected endpoint. Developers get instant access to authenticated file operations and AI insights without writing custom adapters, while users retain full control over data residency and permissions. This combination of security, simplicity, and AI readiness makes the Box MCP Server a powerful asset for any organization looking to embed intelligent assistants into its existing Box ecosystem.