What is the key difference between AgentValet and Platform?

AgentValet belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution, while Platform belongs to the Security category with local stdio execution.

How do I install AgentValet or Platform in Claude Desktop or Cursor?

Copy the mcpServers JSON configuration snippet provided on this page into your claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json file and restart your AI client.

Are AgentValet and Platform free or paid?

AgentValet operates under a Freemium model (API Key required). Platform operates under a Free / Open Source model (API Key required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

AgentValet lists 6 tools with 2 views and 1 GitHub stars. Platform lists 6 tools with 2 views and 14 GitHub stars.

Can I use both AgentValet and Platform together in the same MCP host?

Yes! MCP hosts like Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, and VS Code support configuring multiple servers under the mcpServers object simultaneously.

How do I install AgentValet or Platform in Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Windsurf?

Both servers follow the standard Model Context Protocol configuration format. Simply copy the JSON block from the configuration section above and paste it into your AI client's mcpServers configuration object (for instance in claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json ), then completely restart or refresh the application.

Are AgentValet and Platform free to use, or do they require API keys?

AgentValet is listed under a Freemium model with API Key required . Platform operates under a Free / Open Source model with API Key required . If environment variables are required (such as API keys), be sure to define them under the env key in your MCP client's configuration file.

Can I run both AgentValet and Platform at the same time in my AI client?

Yes! MCP clients support multi-server orchestration. You can include both agentvalet-agentvalet and sidclawhq-platform as distinct keys inside the single mcpServers object in your configuration file. Your AI assistant will automatically select and call the appropriate tool from either server during chat sessions.

Which MCP server has higher directory engagement and quality ratings?

On AllMCPs, AgentValet has a Quality Score of 41 /100 ( Fair ) with 2 views, 0 installs, and 1 GitHub stars. Platform holds a Quality Score of 45 /100 ( Fair ) with 2 views, 0 installs, and 14 GitHub stars.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

AgentValet vs Platform

In-depth architectural comparison of the AgentValet and Platform MCP servers. Compare execution transports, security boundaries, tool capabilities, quality scores, and ready-to-paste client installation snippets for Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

At a Glance & Executive Verdict

AgentValet

Security · Local stdio

Quality: 41/100 (Fair) | Auth: API Key required

Platform

Security · Local stdio

Quality: 45/100 (Fair) | Auth: API Key required

Verdict Summary: Choose AgentValet if you need specialized Security tools running via a local process. Choose Platform if your workspace requires Security integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose AgentValet when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Security domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Freemium).
You have access to required keys: AGENT_ID, OWNER_ID, PROXY_URL, AGENT_PRIVATE_KEY_PATH.
Primary tools included: Per-agent RS256 cryptographic identity with SPIFFE URIs, 60-second signed JWTs for each request, Deny-by-default granular scope grants per agent/platform/action.

Explore AgentValet Details

Choose Platform when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Security domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: SIDCLAW_BASE_URL, SIDCLAW_API_KEY, NEXT_PUBLIC_API_URL.

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	AgentValet AgentValet Security	Platform sidclawhq Security
Summary	Identity and credential governance broker for MCP servers. Issues scoped, short-lived credentials per agent to stop credential inheritance. Audit log, human approval gates, AIMS-aligned.	Governance proxy for MCP servers. Wraps any upstream server with policy evaluation, human approval workflows, and hash-chain audit trails. 18+ framework integrations. Apache 2.0 SDK.
Category & Scope	Security

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

AgentValet Tools (6)

Per-agent RS256 cryptographic identity with SPIFFE URIs

60-second signed JWTs for each request

Deny-by-default granular scope grants per agent/platform/action

Human-in-the-loop approval gates for sensitive scopes

Immutable append-only audit log with filtering and export

Three-strike circuit breaker to auto-suspend misbehaving agents

Platform Tools (6)

Ready-to-Paste Client Configurations

Paste either (or both) of these JSON server blocks into your client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json).

AgentValet Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "agentvalet-agentvalet": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "agentvalet-agentvalet"
      ],
      "env": {
        "AGENT_ID": "YOUR_AGENT_ID_HERE",
        "OWNER_ID": "YOUR_OWNER_ID_HERE",
        "PROXY_URL": "YOUR_PROXY_URL_HERE",
        "AGENT_PRIVATE_KEY_PATH": "YOUR_AGENT_PRIVATE_KEY_PATH_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Platform Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "sidclawhq-platform": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "sidclawhq-platform"
      ],
      "env": {
        "SIDCLAW_BASE_URL": "YOUR_SIDCLAW_BASE_URL_HERE",
        "SIDCLAW_API_KEY": "YOUR_SIDCLAW_API_KEY_HERE",
        "NEXT_PUBLIC_API_URL": "YOUR_NEXT_PUBLIC_API_URL_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

AgentValet is categorized under Security and uses a local stdio subprocess. In contrast, Platform belongs to Security using local stdio subprocess. Select AgentValet when you need capabilities focused on security and Platform when you require tools for security.

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