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## [Issues connecting to MCP for ChatGPT](https://forum.ankimcp.ai/t/issues-connecting-to-mcp-for-chatgpt/26)

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**Author:** [@amadeusvidet](https://forum.ankimcp.ai/u/amadeusvidet)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 4:36pm UTC](https://forum.ankimcp.ai/t/issues-connecting-to-mcp-for-chatgpt/26 "2026-09-26T16:36:10Z")

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Hi, I’m trying to connect AnkiMCP to ChatGPT desktop, but both connection methods fail. 1. Standard URL with authentication Using https://tunnel.ankimcp.ai/mcp with Streamable HTTP, clicking Authenticate fails. The des…