> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.console.zenlayer.com/api-reference/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.console.zenlayer.com/api-reference/compute/mcpg/jian-jie.md).

# Introduction

**Zenlayer MCP Gateway** is built on the MCP (Model Context Protocol) standard. Through a unified context protocol and API design, it provides applications with a scalable way to access intelligent capabilities. It seamlessly integrates a variety of MCP Servers — including large model inference, tool invocation, knowledge retrieval, and automated workflow execution — enabling developers to rapidly build application ecosystems with "callable tools + extensible context + multi-model collaboration."

The gateway exposes a unified invocation interface externally while internally managing sessions, authentication, context synchronization, and task routing across multiple MCP Servers, significantly reducing the complexity of integrating multi-source services. Through configuration-driven and plugin-based mechanisms, developers can easily extend server types, add custom tools, and standardize response structures, making the system more maintainable and extensible.

Whether you are building an enterprise internal automation platform, a multi-agent system, or a business scenario requiring unified management of a multi-model toolchain, **Zenlayer MCP Gateway** delivers a stable, efficient, and standardized intelligent capability access experience.

To apply for access or obtain technical support, please contact the Zenlayer Customer Support team: <product-turbo@zenlayer.com>.
