How to Use the 8x8 MCP in Claude

Q: How do I check 8x8 status in Claude Desktop?

Use the check8x8status tool. This confirms the connection between Claude Desktop and your 8x8 account.

Trigger 8x8 voice calls and SMS directly from your Claude Desktop app with this MCP Server.

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Connect 8x8 MCP to Claude Desktop

Create your Vinkius account to connect 8x8 to Claude Desktop and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Control 8x8 messaging in Claude Desktop

Send texts and chat messages without leaving your chat window. The `send_sms` and `send_chat_message` tools execute commands immediately through the 8x8 API. Check your delivery logs by running `get_sms_status` to see if the message went through. Claude Desktop handles the output so you get confirmation inside the conversation.

Manage your 8x8 account via Claude Desktop

Keep tabs on your voice and messaging budget using `get_account_balance`. You'll see your current funds before you start a new campaign. Identify your sub-accounts quickly by calling `list_sub_accounts`. This gives you a clear view of your account structure without opening the 8x8 web portal.

Automate 8x8 voice tasks in Claude Desktop

Trigger text-to-speech calls using `send_voice_message` for automated alerts. You can monitor the progress of these calls by using `get_call_status` to check the current state. Verify user identities by firing `send_verification` and `check_verification`. Claude Desktop processes these codes for you, keeping your verification workflow inside the chat.

Setup guide

Set up 8x8 MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The 8x8 MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the 8x8 MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under 8x8-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "8x8-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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