MCP Protocol 2025-06-18 | 118 Tools | OAuth 2.1

Exact Online MCP Server

The Exact Online MCP Server by Praat met je Boekhouding connects your accounting to ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot and other AI assistants via 118 tools, using the Model Context Protocol. It's read-only by default and ready in 5 minutes, no installation required: paste the MCP URL, log in to Exact Online and grant read-only access. Writing needs Pro or Enterprise.

MCP Server URL:

https://api.praatmetjeboekhouding.nl/mcp

Free plan available. No credit card required.

Technical specifications

Protocol

MCP 2025-06-18 | JSON-RPC 2.0

Transport

Streamable HTTP + Server-Sent Events (SSE)

Authentication

OAuth 2.1 + PKCE (no API keys needed)

Tools

118 tools (read-only by default) with outputSchema

Hosting

Cloud-hosted on Cloudflare (EU). No local installation.

Compliance

GDPR-compliant. Security and data review by Exact approved.

What is an MCP Server?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is the open standard for connecting AI assistants to external tools and data sources. An MCP Server for Exact Online gives your AI platform structured access to your accounting data.

You ask a question

"Which invoices are still open?" in ChatGPT, Claude or any other AI platform.

MCP Server fetches data

The MCP Server translates your question into Exact Online API calls and retrieves the right data.

AI gives you the answer

You get a clear answer in natural language, including amounts and details.

Exact Online MCP Servers compared

Multiple MCP Servers exist for Exact Online. Here are the key differences.

FeaturePraat met je BoekhoudingCData MCP ServerZapier MCP
Tools118 toolsSQL query-based22 actions
InstallationNone (cloud-hosted)Local (Java/JDBC required)None (cloud)
AuthenticationOAuth 2.1 + PKCEOAuth (manual setup)Zapier account
Access levelRead-only by default (writing optional on Pro/Enterprise, per administration, with audit log). Deleting is off by default, even when writing is on; you enable it separately per administration.Read-only (open-source)Read + Write actions
Target audienceSMBs & accountantsEnterprise / developersNo-code users
PricingFree plan + from €19/moFree (OSS) or paid2 tasks per call (Zapier plan)
AI Platforms10+ platformsClaude DesktopMultiple (via Zapier)
Accounting-specificYes (Dutch accounting)No (generic SQL)No (generic actions)

Set up in 3 steps

No technical knowledge needed. No installation. Ask your first question within 5 minutes.

1

Copy the MCP URL

https://api.praatmetjeboekhouding.nl/mcp

Same URL for all platforms.

2

Add to your AI platform

In ChatGPT: Settings > Connectors. In Claude: config file. In other platforms: MCP settings.

3

Log in to Exact Online

Your browser opens automatically. Grant read-only permission and start asking questions.

Frequently asked questions

What is an MCP Server for Exact Online?
An MCP Server (Model Context Protocol Server) is a standardized connector that gives AI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude access to your Exact Online accounting data. The MCP Server translates your questions into API calls and returns results in a format that AI understands.
Which MCP Servers exist for Exact Online?
There are three Exact Online MCP Servers: Praat met je Boekhouding (118 tools, OAuth, no installation), CData MCP Server (JDBC-based, local installation required) and Zapier MCP (22 actions, paid per action). Praat met je Boekhouding is the only one built specifically for SMBs and accountants.
Is the MCP Server read-only?
Read-only by default. Writing (creating invoices, journal entries, etc.) is available on Pro & Enterprise, only if you enable it per administration, with an audit log. Deleting is off by default, even when writing is on; you enable it separately per administration.
Which AI platforms work with the Exact Online MCP Server?
The MCP Server works with ChatGPT (Business, Enterprise, Edu), Claude (Desktop, Web, Code, Cowork), Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Cursor, Windsurf, Perplexity, Open WebUI and any other platform supporting the MCP protocol.
How does this MCP Server differ from CData or Zapier?
Praat met je Boekhouding is cloud-hosted (no local installation), has 118 specialized accounting tools, uses OAuth 2.1 (no API keys), is built for Dutch SMBs and accountants, and offers a free plan. CData requires local Java/JDBC and Zapier charges per action.

Try the Exact Online MCP Server

Connect your accounting with ChatGPT, Claude or your favorite AI platform. Start free, no credit card required.

MCP Server URL: https://api.praatmetjeboekhouding.nl/mcp

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