How to connect the Dropbox Dash MCP server

Updated Dec 17, 2025

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This article describes a feature available to all Dropbox Dash users.

The Dropbox Dash remote MCP server makes it easy to connect Dropbox Dash directly within your favorite apps, so you can stay focused without switching tabs or interrupting your workflow.

Built on the open-source Model Context Protocol (MCP) standard, it provides a simple way to connect Dash with the tools you use every day. The Dash MCP server is ideal for:

  • Developers using IDEs like Cursor
  • Sales and support teams accessing live customer data
  • Anyone who needs quick access to Dash knowledge inside their daily apps

Available tools

Tools Description
dash_company_search Searches company content indexed by Dropbox Dash, with optional filters for file type
dash_read_document Retrieves document content and information for a specific document identified by the search.

Before you begin

Before connecting to the MCP server, you need a Dropbox app to obtain API credentials.

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Note: Your Dropbox admin may control whether you can register or connect apps. If you don’t see the option to create an app or connect Dropbox to another service, contact your team admin. Learn more about admin controls for app integrations.

Create a Dropbox app

  1. Go to the Dropbox App Console.
  2. Click Create app.
  3. Configure your app:
    • API: Scoped access
    • Access type: Full Dropbox
    • App name: Choose a unique name
  4. Click Permissions, then enable:
    • files.metadata.read
    • files.content.read
  5. Add OAuth 2 Redirect URIs for your MCP Client:
  6. Collect your credentials:
    • Click Settings.
    • Click Generate access token.
    • Copy your Access token.
      • Note: The access token is short-lived, so you’ll need to regenerate it when it expires.
    • Copy the App key.
    • Copy the App secret.
  7. Customize your app in Branding with a name, icon, and description (Optional).

How to connect to the Dropbox Dash MCP server

Dropbox Dash MCP server location: https://mcp.dropbox.com/dash

The setup steps vary depending on your MCP client.

Connect with Cursor

Prerequisites

To set up the connector

  1. Copy your access token.
  2. In Cursor, click Settings, then Cursor Settings.
  3. Click Tools and MCP, then New MCP Server.
  4. Copy the configuration below:
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "Dropbox Dash MCP": {
      "url": "https://mcp.dropbox.com/dash",
      "headers": {
        "Authorization": "Bearer <your-access-token>"
      }
    }
  }
}

Connect with Claude

Prerequisites

To set up the connector

  1. Copy your app key and app secret.
  2. In Claude, click Settings, then Connectors.
  3. Click Add custom connector.
  4. Enter the following:
  5. Click Advanced settings.
    • OAuth Client ID: Enter the App key.
    • OAuth Client Secret: Enter the App secret.
  6. Click Add.

Connect with ChatGPT

Prerequisites

To enable Developer Mode

  1. In ChatGPT, click Settings, then Apps & Connectors.
  2. Click Advanced settings.
  3. Toggle Developer mode to ON.
  4. Review the prompt about unverified connectors, then click Confirm.

To set up the connector

  1. Copy your app key and app secret.
  2. In ChatGPT, click Settings, then Apps & Connectors.
  3. Click Create.
  4. Enter the following:
  5. Paste your App key into OAuth Client ID.
  6. Paste your App secret into OAuth Client Secret.
  7. Check I understand and want to continue.
  8. Click Create.

Currently unsupported

Dropbox doesn’t currently support Dynamic Client Registration, so users must create a Dropbox app and manually copy the app key and app secret. This process may be simplified in the future.

FAQs about setting up the Dash MCP server

Which apps are supported?

Dropbox Dash MCP currently works with MCP clients that support MCP servers, including Cursor (IDE), Claude Desktop, and ChatGPT.

How secure is the connection?

Dropbox Dash MCP uses Dropbox OAuth for secure authentication. Your data stays protected under Dropbox’s existing privacy and security standards.

Do you have a local MCP server available?

The Dropbox Dash local MCP server is available. However, we recommend using the remote server as it’s easier to use and updated more frequently.

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