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The end of credential sprawl for agents (Vercel)
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Vercel Connect is generally available: instead of storing a long-lived token, your code requests one at runtime, scoped to the task and expiring on its own. The connector count passed 100 during the public beta.
In plain words
- Vercel released Connect, a service that gives automated assistants temporary access to outside tools without storing permanent access keys.
- Applications request a short-lived access key only when needed, with permissions limited to the current task.
- The key expires automatically, reducing the danger if someone steals it.
- Teams can reduce secret copying and scripts for replacing old keys while controlling automated access.
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Aug 26, 2026 · in the sections
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