diff --git a/docs/v3/guides/integrations/mcp.mdx b/docs/v3/guides/integrations/mcp.mdx
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+++ b/docs/v3/guides/integrations/mcp.mdx
@@ -9,10 +9,9 @@ The Honcho MCP server gives any MCP-compatible AI tool persistent memory and per
 
 **Server URL:** `https://mcp.honcho.dev`
 
-## Prerequisites
-
-Get an API key at [app.honcho.dev](https://app.honcho.dev), or [run Honcho locally](/v3/contributing/self-hosting).
-
+<Note>
+You'll need an API key from [app.honcho.dev](https://app.honcho.dev) to use the hosted MCP server.
+</Note>
 
 ## Client Setup