How to Use the Apideck MCP in Claude

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Connect Apideck MCP to Claude Desktop

Create your Vinkius account to connect Apideck 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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Setup Apideck with Claude Desktop

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Manage CRM contacts in Claude Desktop

Pull customer lists directly into your chat window using `list_crm_contacts`. This keeps your sales data right where you are writing emails or drafting documentation. You avoid switching tabs or hunting for logins. The data flows from your integrated platforms straight into your current conversation.

Control Vault connections via MCP Server

Handle your authentication tokens and third-party connections using `list_vault_connections` and `delete_vault_connection`. You can view exactly what is linked to your account without leaving the app. It clears out old or unused access points quickly. You maintain control over your integrations through simple chat commands.

Run proxy requests from your interface

Use `execute_proxy` to fire off API calls without building custom scripts for every platform. This lets you test endpoints or fetch specific records on the fly. It handles the heavy lifting of request formatting for you. You get the raw output returned instantly to your session.

Setup guide

Set up Apideck 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 Apideck 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 Apideck 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 apideck-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Apideck MCP in Claude Desktop

You add the server details into your configuration file. Open your settings, locate the MCP configuration, and paste the server command or URL provided by Vinkius.

Yes, it enables direct interaction with your CRM data. You can pull contact information into your workspace to inform your writing and analysis.

You can list and remove connections directly from the chat. It gives you a clear view of your active API integrations.

Your credentials never touch your local machine. Vinkius manages the session tokens securely on their infrastructure.

Apideck only transmits the specific contact records you request. Your sensitive authentication secrets are encrypted and kept behind the Vinkius gateway.

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