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ChatGPT with VMCP

This guide walks you through connecting ChatGPT to your Virtual MCP (VMCP) servers through MintMCP.

Prerequisites​

Before starting, ensure you have:

  • A ChatGPT Plus or Pro account
  • A MintMCP account with at least one configured VMCP

Step 1: Get Your VMCP Connection URL​

  1. Navigate to your VMCP in the MintMCP dashboard
  2. Click on the VMCP you want to connect
  3. Navigate to the "MCP Client Setup" tab
  4. Copy the MCP URL displayed
VMCP URL in MintMCP dashboard

Step 2: Enable Developer Mode in ChatGPT​

  1. Click on your account icon (bottom left) → Settings → Connectors
  2. Scroll down to find "Advanced settings"
  3. Enable "Developer mode"
Enable developer mode in ChatGPT

Step 3: Connect to MintMCP​

  1. Return to the Connectors page and click "Create"
  2. Configure the MCP server:
    • Name: Provide a name for your MCP server (e.g., "Google Workspace")
    • MCP URL: Paste the VMCP URL you copied in Step 1
    • Authentication: Leave as "OAuth"
    • Check: "I trust this application"
  3. Click "Create"
Create MCP connector in ChatGPT
  1. The MintMCP authentication flow will open; grant ChatGPT access to your VMCP.

Step 4: Test the Connection​

  1. Start a new chat in ChatGPT.

  2. Click on "+" in chat, go to "Settings", and enable "Developer Mode".

  3. Add "Google Workspace".

    ChatGPT add VMCP in chat UI

  4. Ask ChatGPT:

What emails have I received today?
  1. Verify the response matches your expectations.