The future of commerce isn't just human – it's machines buying on our behalf. MCIP enables AI agents to become real customers, searching, evaluating, and transacting across any e-commerce platform. Think of it as giving AI agents a universal credit card and shopping license that works everywhere.
A protocol designed from the ground up for autonomous AI commerce
Designed specifically for machine customers, not human interfaces. MCIP speaks the native language of AI agents through MCP (Model Context Protocol), enabling autonomous commerce decisions. Every tool is optimized for machine logic – from session management to cart operations. Your AI agents don't browse; they execute precise, context-aware transactions at machine speed.
Machine customers can't wait for database syncs. MCIP provides live access to actual inventory, current prices, and real availability across all connected platforms. When an AI agent needs to reorder supplies or find alternatives, it gets real-time data directly from source systems. Perfect for automated procurement, subscription management, and just-in-time purchasing.
Machine customers understand intent, not keywords. Using RAG-powered comprehension, MCIP translates human requests into precise product matches. When someone tells their AI "I need something for my daughter's science project on volcanoes," the agent finds modeling clay, food coloring, baking soda, and vinegar – understanding the complete context of the need.
Machine customers need persistent, intelligent cart handling. MCIP maintains session-based carts that AI agents can build, modify, and optimize across multiple interactions. Agents can compare total costs across stores, apply coupons, calculate shipping, and even hold items while awaiting user confirmation. True autonomous commerce capability in one protocol.
Modular design ensures flexibility, security, and performance
Provides a universal MCP toolset that any AI agent can autonomously discover and use for machine-readable commerce operations.
Translates natural-language inputs into actionable commerce operations, coordinating multi-agent workflows seamlessly.
Connects with any store’s native API, managing authentication, rate limits, and data normalization for frictionless interoperability.
Get started with just a few lines of code
// Register your service with MCIP
import { MCIPProvider } from '@mcip/sdk';
const provider = new MCIPProvider({
serviceId: 'your-service',
capabilities: ['payment', 'inventory', 'fulfillment'],
pricing: {
model: 'dynamic',
currency: 'USD'
}
});
// AI agents can now discover and transact
await provider.listen();