How to Use the Apollo.io MCP in Cline
Connect the Apollo.io MCP Server to Cline to let your agent handle lead enrichment and sequence management autonomously.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Apollo.io MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect Apollo.io to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Autonomous lead identification
Tell Cline to find prospects for your next campaign and watch it execute `search_people` based on your criteria. It handles the filtering and returns a curated list of contacts. You don't need to manually copy-paste records. Cline fetches the results and presents the data in your sidebar, ready for the next step in your workflow.
Deep enrichment for every lead
Use `enrich_person_data` and `enrich_company_data` to get the full story on your prospects. Cline pulls this into a local JSON file or adds it to your documentation files automatically. It means you have accurate, verified profiles for every account. You can then use that context to refine your pitch before you reach out.
Direct sequence injection
Once you have your list, tell Cline to use `add_to_sequence` to start your outreach. It verifies the sequence IDs via `list_sales_sequences` first to ensure the target is valid. Everything happens inside VS Code. You get a log of every successful addition without ever opening a browser or a separate sales tool.
Set up Apollo.io MCP in Cline
Prerequisites
- VS Code with Cline extension installed
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open Cline MCP settings
Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
- 2
Add a remote server
Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type
apolloio-alternative-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint:https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable the server
After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
- 4
Start using tools
Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Apollo.io refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
{
"mcpServers": {
"apolloio-alternative-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Apollo.io. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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Common questions about Apollo.io MCP in Cline
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