Google Chrome has launched an early preview of WebMCP, a new standard designed to enable websites to interact more effectively with AI agents. WebMCP provides structured tools that allow AI agents to perform actions on websites with greater speed, reliability, and precision by defining how and where agents can interact, such as booking flights, filing support tickets, or navigating data. This direct communication reduces ambiguity and enhances agent workflows.
Structured Interactions for the Agentic Web
WebMCP introduces two APIs for browser agents to act on users' behalf:
- Declarative API: Enables standard actions defined directly in HTML forms.
- Imperative API: Supports complex, dynamic interactions requiring JavaScript execution.
These APIs make websites "agent-ready," offering more reliable and efficient workflows than traditional raw DOM manipulation.
Use Cases
WebMCP facilitates AI agents handling complex tasks confidently and quickly in areas like:
- Customer Support: Automatically filling in detailed support tickets with necessary technical details.
- Ecommerce: Helping users find products, configure options, and navigate checkout flows precisely.
- Travel: Allowing agents to search, filter, and book flights accurately using structured data.
Early Preview Program
WebMCP is currently available for prototyping through an early preview program, providing access to documentation, demos, and updates on new APIs.
