Currency Converter Service

Real-time currency conversion with latest exchange rates

Overview

Currency Converter Service gives AI agents access to live foreign exchange rates through a fully managed exchange rate api — enabling real-time currency conversion across all major world currencies and many minor ones, powered by current mid-market rates from live forex feeds and eliminating the need for a separate currency exchange api integration.

It acts as a standardized bridge between large language models and real-time foreign exchange data. Instead of using exchange rates baked into training data that may be months out of date, models can retrieve accurate real-time currency converter api values through a controlled MCP interface for any currency pair on demand.

By integrating Currency Converter Service, developers enable AI agents to:

• Convert any amount between any two currencies using convert_currency with live mid-market rates • Handle localised pricing for international e-commerce agents automatically and accurately • Process invoices, contracts, and financial documents that reference multiple currencies with current rates • Build travel assistants and financial tools that always reflect live exchange conditions rather than stale training data

The single-tool interface keeps integration lightweight while delivering accurate, up-to-date exchange rate api data. This managed currency exchange api equivalent is essential for e-commerce agents, financial assistants, travel planning tools, payroll systems, and any workflow where monetary values must be expressed in a user's local currency with precision.

Highlights

Protocol
MCP v1.0
Security
OAuth 2.0
Access
Real-time
Tools
1 Tools

Standardized bridge for real-time model context.

Installation

Connect this server to your local or remote agent environment.

mcp_config.json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp360": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-remote",
        "https://connect.mcp360.ai/v1/currency-converter/mcp?token=YOUR_API_KEY"
      ]
    }
  }
}
Replace YOUR_API_KEY with your actual key from the dashboard.

Skills & Capabilities

What this MCP server can do for your AI agents.

CAPABILITIES
--- name: currency-converter description: Convert currencies in real-time with live exchange rates for 170+ global currencies and cryptocurrencies. Use when users need to calculate currency conversions, check exchange rates, plan international purchases, compare prices across countries, or analyze forex rates for financial decisions. metadata: author: MCP360 version: "1.0.0" tags: - Currency - Finance - Exchange Rates - Forex - Money - International - Conversion - Trading keywords: - currency - converter - exchange - exchange-rate - forex - money - conversion - usd - eur - gbp - jpy - cny - currency-conversion - foreign-exchange - rates creditsPerUse: 1 isPremium: false --- # Currency Converter Service Real-time currency conversion service with live exchange rates updated multiple times daily. Support for all major world currencies including USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, CNY, and 170+ additional currencies for accurate international financial calculations. ## Core Capabilities - **Currency Conversion**: Convert any amount between 170+ supported currency pairs using current market exchange rates, and returns the converted amount, exchange rate, original currency, target currency, and timestamp of the rate for financial planning and international transactions ## API Access ### MCP360 Connect Endpoints - **Base URL**: `https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1` - **Service Path**: `currency-converter` - **Authentication**: Bearer token (API key required) ### Service Metadata Endpoint Retrieve service information and available tools: ```bash curl "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" ``` ### Tool Execution Endpoint Execute specific tools by making POST requests: ```bash curl -X POST "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter/{tool_name}" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{...parameters...}' ``` ## Available Tools ### Convert Currency Convert any amount from one currency to another using real-time exchange rates updated throughout the trading day. **Tool Name:** `convert_currency` **Credits Required:** 1 **Parameters:** - `have` (string, required): 3-character ISO 4217 currency code you currently have like "USD", "EUR", "GBP", "JPY" - `want` (string, required): 3-character ISO 4217 currency code you want to convert to like "USD", "EUR", "GBP", "CNY" - `amount` (number, required): Amount to convert, must be positive number like 100.50, 1000, or 49.99 **Supported Currencies:** USD (US Dollar), EUR (Euro), GBP (British Pound), JPY (Japanese Yen), CNY (Chinese Yuan), CAD (Canadian Dollar), AUD (Australian Dollar), CHF (Swiss Franc), INR (Indian Rupee), MXN (Mexican Peso), and 160+ more currencies. **Example:** ```bash curl -X POST "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter/convert_currency" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{ "have": "USD", "want": "EUR", "amount": 1000 }' ``` **Response Format:** ```json { "from": "USD", "to": "EUR", "amount": 1000, "converted_amount": 920.50, "exchange_rate": 0.92050, "rate_timestamp": "2024-03-15T14:30:00Z" } ``` **Common Use Cases:** **International E-commerce Pricing:** ```bash curl -X POST "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter/convert_currency" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{ "have": "USD", "want": "GBP", "amount": 299.99 }' ``` **Travel Budget Planning:** ```bash curl -X POST "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter/convert_currency" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{ "have": "EUR", "want": "JPY", "amount": 2500 }' ``` **Salary Comparison Across Countries:** ```bash curl -X POST "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter/convert_currency" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{ "have": "GBP", "want": "USD", "amount": 75000 }' ``` **Cryptocurrency to Fiat:** ```bash curl -X POST "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter/convert_currency" \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{ "have": "BTC", "want": "USD", "amount": 0.5 }' ``` ## Authentication All API requests require a Bearer token for authentication: ```bash -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" ``` ## Rate Limiting - Currency conversion (convert_currency): 1 credit per request - Rate limit: 1000 requests per hour - Concurrent requests: Up to 10 parallel calls - Exchange rate updates: Every 15 minutes during market hours ## Support - **Blog & Tutorials**: https://mcp360.ai/blog - **Contact**: https://mcp360.ai/contact
These capabilities are available through the MCP protocol interface.

Available Tools

Technical specifications for the 1 available protocol tools.

1 tools

convert_currency tool

Input Specification
{
  "type": "object",
  "required": [
    "have",
    "want",
    "amount"
  ],
  "properties": {
    "have": {
      "type": "string",
      "maxLength": 3,
      "minLength": 3,
      "description": "3-character currency code you have (e.g., USD, EUR, GBP)"
    },
    "want": {
      "type": "string",
      "maxLength": 3,
      "minLength": 3,
      "description": "3-character currency code you want (e.g., USD, EUR, GBP)"
    },
    "amount": {
      "type": "number",
      "description": "Amount to convert",
      "exclusiveMinimum": 0
    }
  },
  "additionalProperties": false
}
Output Response
{
  "type": "object",
  "properties": {
    "new_amount": {
      "type": "number"
    },
    "old_amount": {
      "type": "number"
    },
    "new_currency": {
      "type": "string"
    },
    "old_currency": {
      "type": "string"
    }
  }
}

Direct API Access

Production-ready REST endpoints for custom integrations.

POSTServer Metadata
/api/v1/currency-converter
curl "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
POSTExecute Tool
/api/v1/currency-converter/{tool_name}
curl -X POST "https://connect.mcp360.ai/api/v1/currency-converter/convert_currency" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
  "have": "string",
  "want": "string",
  "amount": 1
}'
Authentication

To authenticate, include your API key in the Authorization header using the Bearer scheme. Alternatively, you can use the X-API-KEY header.

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Centralized Billing

One monthly subscription for all your AI tool integrations and credits.

Real-World Applications

Practical Use Cases

Discover how Currency Converter solves real problems and drives measurable results across different scenarios

International E-Commerce

Convert prices dynamically for customers in different countries

Example

"Display product prices in USD, EUR, GBP, JPY based on customer location"

Key Benefits

  • Better UX
  • Increased conversions
  • Market expansion

Travel Cost Planning

Plan trips by converting local currency costs to your home currency

Example

"Convert hotel prices from EUR to USD to compare travel destinations"

Key Benefits

  • Better budgeting
  • Informed decisions
  • Cost comparison

International Payments

Calculate real amounts for cross-border payments and invoices

Example

"Invoice a client in GBP and convert to USD to understand your actual earnings"

Key Benefits

  • Accurate accounting
  • Better margins
  • Clear communication

Currency Rate Monitoring

Monitor real-time currency rates for financial planning and analysis

Example

"Track USD/EUR pair to understand exchange rate trends for business planning"

Key Benefits

  • Real-time data
  • Better planning
  • Risk awareness

Financial Reporting

Convert multi-currency financial data for consolidated reporting

Example

"Consolidate revenue from operations in 5 different countries for quarterly reports"

Key Benefits

  • Accurate reporting
  • Compliance
  • Clear visibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Currency Converter Service?

Currency Converter Service is an MCP server that provides structured access to currency converter service capabilities through a standardized protocol, enabling AI models to retrieve and process real-time data.

Which AI models are supported?

Any model that supports MCP protocol including Claude (via Claude Desktop), GPT-4, Gemini, and open-source LLMs through compatible frameworks.

How do I authenticate?

The server supports OAuth 2.0 authentication with API keys. You'll receive credentials upon registration which can be configured in your MCP client.

Is there rate limiting?

Yes, rate limits apply based on your subscription tier. Free tier includes generous limits for development, with higher limits available in paid plans.

Can I use this in production?

Absolutely. Currency Converter Service is designed for production use with enterprise-grade reliability, security, and performance.

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