Razorpay MCP Server: Seamless Integration for Advanced Payment Processing in AI Applications

Overview: What is Razorpay MCP Server?

The Razorpay MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) infrastructure that enables developers to integrate advanced payment processing capabilities into their AI applications and tools. By leveraging the standardized Model Context Protocol, this server acts as a bridge, facilitating seamless interaction between AI application clients and the extensive suite of payment services provided by Razorpay.

Razorpay MCP Server supports various MCP clients across different platforms like Claude Desktop, Continue, Cursor, and more. This integration allows developers to build robust, scalable applications that can handle complex e-commerce operations, subscription management, and transaction processing with ease.

🔧 Core Features & MCP Capabilities

The Razorpay MCP Server offers a wide array of tools for payment-related tasks through the Model Context Protocol:

• Payment Details Fetch: The payment.fetch tool allows AI applications to retrieve detailed information about completed or pending payments.
• Payment Link Creation and Management: Tools like payment_link.create and payment_link.fetch enable creation, tracking, and management of payment links for seamless transactions.
• Order Operations: Tools such as order.create and order.fetch facilitate creating orders, tracking order statuses, and managing associated payments.

The protocol ensures that these functions are interoperable with various AI applications, allowing them to perform payment-related operations without deep integration details. This enhances the flexibility and scalability of AI-powered payment solutions.

⚙️ MCP Architecture & Protocol Implementation

The architecture of the Razorpay MCP Server is built around the Model Context Protocol, which defines a standardized framework for interacting with APIs across different tools and applications. The server uses Go (Golang) as its primary programming language and Docker for containerization to ensure portability and ease of deployment.

The protocol implementation involves defining clear API endpoints that adhere to the MCP standards. These endpoints enable AI clients like Claude Desktop to invoke payment-related operations by sending structured requests and receiving JSON-formatted responses. The server handles these requests, processes the necessary operations on behalf of the client, and returns the results back via the same standardized protocol.

graph LR
    A[AI Application] -->|MCP Client| B[MCP Protocol]
    B --> C[MCP Server]
    C --> D[Data Source/Tool]
    style A fill:#e1f5fe
    style C fill:#f3e5f5
    style D fill:#e8f5e8

🚀 Getting Started with Installation

To set up the Razorpay MCP Server, follow these steps to get it running on your local machine or a remote server:

Using Docker (Recommended)

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/razorpay/razorpay-mcp-server.git
   cd razorpay-mcp-server
   

2. Build the Docker Image

   docker build -t razorpay-mcp-server:latest .
   

3. Run the Server with Docker

   docker run --rm -i -e RAZORPAY_KEY_ID -e RAZORPAY_KEY_SECRET razorpay-mcp-server:latest
   

Alternatively, you can build the binary directly from source:

Build from Source

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/razorpay/razorpay-mcp-server.git
   cd razorpay-mcp-server
   

2. Build the Binary

   go build -o razorpay-mcp-server ./cmd/razorpay-mcp-server
   

3. Run the Server from the Command Line

   ./razorpay-mcp-server --key YOUR_API_KEY_ID --secret YOUR_SECRET
   

💡 Key Use Cases in AI Workflows

The Razorpay MCP Server is particularly useful for developers looking to integrate advanced payment features into their AI-driven applications. Here are two realistic use cases:

1. Workflow Automation: Automate everyday financial operations like order processing, payment tracking, and refund management with automated workflows that ensure smoother operations and reduced manual intervention.

2. Agentic Applications: Use the Razorpay MCP Server to build AI-powered tools that interact seamlessly with Razorpay's robust payment ecosystem. For example, developing a chatbot that processes real-time transactions or an e-commerce application that integrates subscription payments without direct API calls.

🔌 Integration with MCP Clients

The Razorpay MCP Server is fully compatible with several MCP clients:

• Claude Desktop: Integrate directly through the claude_desktop_config.json file.
• Continue and Cursor: Use custom configuration settings similar to those provided for Claude Desktop.

Below is an example of how to integrate it with Claude Desktop's agent mode using its claude_desktop_config.json configuration.

Example Configuration

{
    "mcpServers": {
        "razorpay-mcp-server": {
            "command": "docker",
            "args": [
                "run",
                "--rm",
                "-i",
                "-e",
                "RAZORPAY_KEY_ID",
                "-e",
                "RAZORPAY_KEY_SECRET",
                "razorpay-mcp-server:latest"
            ],
            "env": {
                "RAZORPAY_KEY_ID": "your_razorpay_key_id",
                "RAZORPAY_KEY_SECRET": "your_razorpay_key_secret"
            }
        }
    }
}

Make sure to replace your_razorpay_key_id and your_razorpay_key_secret with your actual API keys.

📊 Performance & Compatibility Matrix

The table below outlines the compatibility of the Razorpay MCP Server across various AI clients:

MCP Client	Resources	Tools	Prompts	Status
Claude Desktop	✅	✅	✅	Full Support
Continue	✅	✅	✅	Full Support
Cursor	❌	✅	❌	Tools Only

This table helps developers understand the compatibility of different AI clients with the Razorpay MCP Server.

🛠️ Advanced Configuration & Security

The server supports several configuration options to tailor its behavior and security settings:

• RAZORPAY_KEY_ID: Your Razorpay API key ID
• RAZORPAY_KEY_SECRET: Your Razorpay API key secret
• LOG_FILE (optional): Path to log file for server logs
• TOOLSETS (optional): Comma-separated list of toolsets to enable (default: "all")
• READ_ONLY (optional): Run server in read-only mode (default: false)

You can specify these settings via command-line flags or environment variables. For example:

./razorpay-mcp-server --key YOUR_KEY_ID --secret YOUR_SECRET --log-file ./logs/mcp.log --toolsets "payment,payment_link" --read-only

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How do I integrate Razorpay MCP Server with Claude Desktop?

   • Open claude_desktop_config.json, add the razorpay-mcp-server configuration, and ensure your credentials are correctly set.

2. Can the server support custom tools beyond those listed in the README?

   • Yes, you can enable additional toolsets via the TOOLSETS environment variable to extend functionality as needed.

3. What is the default behavior of the Razorpay MCP Server if no parameters are provided?

   • By default, the server runs with no read-only mode and all tools enabled using environment variables.

4. How can I troubleshoot issues with the server?

   • Use Go debugging tools and specify a log file path for detailed logs. Refer to the official documentation for more details.

5. Is the Razorpay MCP Server compatible with versions of Go other than the latest one?

   • The server is built using Golang, so compatibility primarily depends on your system's Go version management. Ensure you have an appropriate version installed before building from source.

👨‍💻 Development & Contribution Guidelines

If you wish to contribute or develop new features for this project, please follow these guidelines:

• Fork the Repository: Start by forking the repository and creating a new branch.
• Code Style: Adhere to the existing code conventions found in the source code. Use tools like Go fmt for consistent formatting.
• Testing: Ensure all changes include appropriate tests. Utilize standard Go testing frameworks.

Any contributions are welcome, but please open an issue first to discuss your ideas or report any bugs.

🌐 MCP Ecosystem & Resources

For more information and resources on Model Context Protocol (MCP), visit the official website: Model Context Protocol. Additionally, explore the community forums and documentation for further details on implementing MCP in various environments.

By leveraging the Razorpay MCP Server, developers can harness the power of MCP to build innovative AI solutions that enhance user experiences with robust payment processing capabilities.