Getting Started
RickyData is an MCP gateway that connects you to 5,000+ tool servers through a single, wallet-authenticated interface. Browse servers, enable tools, and chat with AI agents — all metered and secured via your wallet identity.
There are two ways to get started, depending on how you prefer to work.
Web path vs CLI path
The Web path lets you start immediately from your browser — no installation, no terminal. You connect through Claude.ai and the RickyData Marketplace UI.
The CLI path gives you full local control. Install the SDK, configure servers, and run agents from your terminal with granular access to every feature.
| Web | CLI | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | Under 2 minutes | 5-10 minutes |
| MCP servers | Browse and enable via Marketplace UI | Configure via rickydata CLI or config files |
| Wallet auth | Privy (email, Google, GitHub, Discord, Web3) | Privy or direct wallet signing |
| Agent chat | Marketplace playground | Local agent with full model selection |
| Canvas workflows | View and trigger from Marketplace | Execute and compose programmatically |
| Custom config | Limited to UI settings | Full control (budgets, secrets, server pinning) |
Choose your path
Browser-first (no CLI needed)
If you want to explore MCP servers, enable tools, and chat with agents without installing anything locally, start here:
- Quickstart: Web — connect your wallet and run your first tool call in under 2 minutes
Full local setup
If you want programmatic access, custom agent configs, or plan to publish your own servers, start here:
- Quickstart: CLI — install the SDK, authenticate, and call your first tool from the terminal