FAQ: AI tools, the connector (MCP) and skills explained simply

What are the AI tools in SureFire Bonus? Three, all optional. Ruby, the AI helper in the corner of every page in your account, answers how-to questions and coaches you; it's included and you don't need your own AI account. The AI connector lets the AI assistant you already use (Claude or ChatGPT) work inside your account for you. The Bonus Skill teaches your AI how to pick bonuses, write bonus copy and lay out a page. Create a bonus with AI also makes whole bonuses for you, hosted and with a graphic.

What is an AI connector (MCP), in plain English? A secure plug between your AI assistant and an app. Normally ChatGPT or Claude can only talk; once you connect SureFire Bonus, you can type "Make a bonus page for Acme ListMaker with my list-building bonuses" and your AI actually builds it in your account. MCP is just the name of the open standard these plugs use, like USB for cables.

How do I connect my AI? Do I need an API key? No API key needed. Open Your AI in the left menu, copy your connector address, add it to Claude or ChatGPT as a custom connector (the steps are on that page), then log in when asked and click Allow. It takes about a minute. Your AI app's plan needs to support custom connectors.

My AI doesn't see a new feature. AI apps remember the list of tools from when you connected. Refresh the connector in your AI app's settings (or remove and add it again), then start a new chat.

What is an agent skill? A training manual you hand to your AI. Our Bonus Skill teaches it how affiliate bonuses work: which bonuses fill the gaps in a product, how to write them up and how to lay out the page. Download it from the Your AI page and upload the zip as it is, without unzipping it.

Is my data safe when I connect my AI? Your AI only gets access after you log in and click Allow, it can only do what you could do yourself, and you can disconnect it at any time from your account.

Is there a limit on Ruby or AI bonuses? Ruby and Create a bonus with AI have generous daily fair-use limits so they stay fast for everyone. Your own connected AI follows your plan with that company.