How to Use the Appcues MCP in Claude

Q: What happens if I use the deleteuser tool for Appcues in Claude Desktop?

Using the deleteuser tool permanently removes a user and their associated data from your Appcues account. This action is irreversible, so you should only use it when you are absolutely certain.

Q: Is there a way to check if the Appcues API is down?

You can use the checkappcuesstatus tool. Just ask Claude, "Check the Appcues API status." It will ping the service and tell you if it's responding correctly.

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Control Onboarding Flows from Chat

This toolset lets you manage your product's user onboarding directly. You can ask your agent to `publish_flow` when a feature is ready or `unpublish_flow` if you spot a problem. It's all done through simple conversation. For product managers, this is a big deal. Instead of logging into another web app, you just tell Claude what you need. Ask it to `list_flows`, pick the right one, and tell it to go live. Your agent handles the API calls, you just see the result.

Inspect User Segments Instantly

Get a clear picture of your user base without leaving your chat window. The `list_segments` tool shows you every user group you've defined in Appcues. From there, you can dig deeper into a specific group's configuration with `get_segment`. This is especially useful for support and success teams. When a customer reports an issue, you can ask Claude to `get_user` and see their Appcues profile instantly. You'll know exactly which flows and checklists they've seen, which cuts down on troubleshooting time.

Your Appcues MCP Server in Claude

This MCP Server connects Appcues to your AI client, giving you direct control over core functions. You can manage user experience with tools like `publish_flow` and `unpublish_flow`, or check on user data with `list_segments` and `get_user`. Once installed in Claude Desktop, your agent can start managing Appcues immediately. It's perfect for anyone who needs to make quick changes to onboarding or check user status without breaking their focus by switching to a different application.

Setup guide

Set up Appcues 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 Appcues 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 Appcues 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 appcues-alternative-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Appcues MCP in Claude Desktop

Just ask your agent directly. For example, say "Publish the 'new-user-welcome' flow in Appcues." The agent will use the `publish_flow` tool to make it live. The flow must already be in a draft or unpublished state.

Yes. Simply ask, "List all my Appcues segments." Your agent will use the `list_segments` tool and return a complete list of your defined user segments right in the chat.

Using the `delete_user` tool permanently removes a user and their associated data from your Appcues account. This action is irreversible, so you should only use it when you are absolutely certain.

You can use the `check_appcues_status` tool. Just ask Claude, "Check the Appcues API status." It will ping the service and tell you if it's responding correctly.

This server only accesses Appcues user profile data when you explicitly use the `get_user` or `delete_user` tools. All requests are proxied through Vinkius's ephemeral sandboxes. Your data is never stored or logged.

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