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description: "Add an MCP server to your monetized API and gate access to paid subscribers using custom code and the MonetizationInbound policy's subscription data."
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# Building a Monetized API, Part 3: Adding a Gated MCP Server

Add an MCP server to your monetized API and gate access to paid subscribers using custom code and the MonetizationInbound policy's subscription data.

**Watch:** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjZ3Sed6svQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjZ3Sed6svQ)

- Duration: 15:23
- Published: 2026-04-02
- Categories: Monetization

## Related Resources

- **[MCP Servers with Zuplo](https://zuplo.com/docs/mcp-server/introduction)** (docs) — Turn your existing API gateway into a toolset that AI systems can discover and use.
- **[Monetization Inbound Policy](https://zuplo.com/docs/policies/monetization-inbound)** (docs) — Full policy reference including metering options, subscription data access, and exposed functions.
- **[Custom Code Inbound Policy](https://zuplo.com/docs/policies/custom-code-inbound)** (docs) — Write custom request handling logic that runs as part of your policy pipeline.