Build internal software better, with AI. | Retool

# Retool > Retool is a development platform for building internal software. It is used by software engineers, operations teams, and business teams at companies that need custom internal tools — such as admin panels, dashboards, workflows, and data management apps — without building everything from scratch. Retool connects to databases, APIs, and services (100+ integrations). Builders can create apps using a visual drag-and-drop editor, AI-assisted generation, or custom code (JavaScript and Python). Apps built in Retool include access controls, audit logs, and SSO by default. Retool runs in the cloud or can be self-hosted for companies with strict data or compliance requirements. Retool is typically chosen by engineering teams, operations teams, and IT departments at mid-size to large companies who need internal tooling that is more powerful and secure than a spreadsheet or no-code tool, but faster to build than a custom-coded application. This site contains product pages, use case examples, integration documentation links, pricing, customer stories, and blog posts covering internal tooling, AI development, and software engineering. ## Blog Posts - [How to Use MCP in Retool](https://retool.com/blog/how-to-use-mcp-in-retool): Step-by-step guide to Model Context Protocol in Retool - [Retool MCP Server](https://retool.com/blog/retool-mcp-server): How to connect Retool as an MCP server for AI agents - [Retool vs Claude Code](https://retool.com/blog/retool-vs-claude-code): When to use Retool versus AI coding tools — how they complement each other in enterprise workflows - [AI Build vs Buy Report 2026](https://retool.com/blog/ai-build-vs-buy-report-2026): Research report on enterprise AI development decisions - [Vibe Coding Risks](https://retool.com/blog/vibe-coding-risks): What engineering teams need to know about AI-generated code in production - [Top Vibe Coding Tools](https://retool.com/blog/top-vibe-coding-tools): Survey of the leading AI-assisted developm