How to Use the Ankr (Web3 Node API) MCP in Claude Code

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Claude Code runs headless chain queries

Integrate `eth_blockNumber` or `getEpochInfo` directly into your bash scripts or CI/CD pipelines. Claude Code executes these calls without requiring a browser or UI. This is ideal for monitoring nodes or checking chain status during deployments. You get the output directly in your terminal, ready for shell processing.

Terminal-based blockchain analysis

Pipe the output of `getTransaction` into other CLI tools for quick auditing. Claude Code makes it easy to parse complex chain data without leaving your command line. You gain a direct interface to the node. No extra dependencies are needed beyond your standard terminal environment.

Automate routine node tasks

Set up a cron job that uses `ankr_getTokenPrice` to log asset values at specific intervals. Claude Code handles the execution and error logging automatically. It turns your terminal into a powerful blockchain monitor. You define the frequency, and the tool handles the data retrieval.

Setup guide

Set up Ankr (Web3 Node API) MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see ankr-web3-node-api-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Ankr (Web3 Node API) transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Ankr (Web3 Node API) tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http ankr-web3-node-api-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the Ankr (Web3 Node API) MCP

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

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ankr-web3-node-api-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Ankr (Web3 Node API) MCP in Claude Code

Use the CLI command to add the server via URL. Claude Code will then list the available functions in your terminal.

Yes, it is built for that. You can write scripts that use the server to verify deployments against the live network.

Absolutely. It works perfectly in Docker containers or SSH sessions, providing full access to the Web3 RPC node.

Since it returns standard JSON, you can pipe the output to tools like jq to filter for specific errors or success codes.

It accesses public ledger state, including block headers and smart contract logs. It is strictly limited to read-only operations for your security.

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