Safari’s New MCP Server Is Great for Agents

This article discusses the launch of Safari's new MCP (Model Context Protocol) server in Safari Technology Preview 247, designed for web developers. It allows MCP-compatible agents to connect to a Safari browser window, enabling autonomous debugging by accessing DOM, network requests, screenshots, and console output. The server runs locally with no network calls, ensuring privacy. The author shares their experience switching from Chrome to Safari for agent-driven tasks, praising Apple's ergonomic design and direct approach for debugging. The article highlights Apple's embrace of agentic tools, including Xcode MCP capabilities, and positions Safari MCP as a powerful option for web development workflows.