How to Use the Ashby MCP in Claude

Q: What's the best way to get application details from Ashby in Claude Desktop?

First, find the application you need with listapplications. Then, ask your agent to use the getapplicationinfo tool with the specific application's ID to fetch all its details.

Check your Ashby pipeline without leaving your chat. The Ashby MCP Server for Claude Desktop connects your recruiting data to your agent.

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Find candidates without opening Ashby

The `search_candidates` tool lets you find people by name or email. Your agent pulls their record right into your chat. Then, you can ask for more details with `get_candidate_info` to see their full history, including past applications and interview notes. This is perfect for quick checks during a meeting. Instead of fumbling with browser tabs, just ask Claude. You can also get a full list of everyone in your pipeline with `list_candidates` to start a broader search.

Track open roles and applications

Use the `list_jobs` tool to pull all open positions. You can filter by status to see just what's active. From there, your agent can run `get_job_info` for one job or `list_applications` to see who has applied across the board. Because Claude Desktop can run tools locally, you can even script follow-up actions. For example, a local script could get triggered when a new application is found, sending you a desktop notification. This MCP Server makes Ashby a live part of your desktop workflow.

Get interview context in seconds

You've got an interview in five minutes. Ask your agent to `list_interviews` for the day. Then, tell it to run `get_application_info` and `get_candidate_info` for the next person on the list. All the key details—resume, past feedback, job description—appear right in your chat window. No more frantic clicking through Ashby's UI. It's the fastest way to get prepped.

Setup guide

Set up Ashby 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 Ashby 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 Ashby 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 ashby-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Ashby MCP in Claude Desktop

Just ask Claude to search for a candidate by name or email. Your agent will use the `search_candidates` tool to find them in Ashby and show you the results directly in the chat.

Yes. Tell your agent to list jobs with a 'published' status. It uses the `list_jobs` tool with a filter to pull only the active roles from your Ashby account.

First, find the application you need with `list_applications`. Then, ask your agent to use the `get_application_info` tool with the specific application's ID to fetch all its details.

You install the server through the Extensions UI or by editing a config file. Once connected, your Claude agent can call Ashby tools like `list_candidates` or `get_job_info` to pull live recruiting data into your conversation.

No, your data is secure. The connection uses your personal Ashby API key, and all requests for candidate, job, and application information are transmitted over encrypted channels. Claude never stores this recruiting data; it's only fetched when your agent runs a tool.

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