How to Use the Beeminder MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect Beeminder to Claude Desktop?

You need to add the server configuration to your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Once you save and restart the app, the tools appear in your chat interface.

Q: Can Claude Desktop trigger a refresh for my Beeminder goals?

Yes, you can use the refreshgoal tool to force an update. This ensures your road status reflects the latest data from your connected services.

Track your habits and hit deadlines by letting Claude Desktop push datapoints directly into your Beeminder goals.

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Create your Vinkius account to connect Beeminder 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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Manage your Beeminder goals in Claude Desktop

You can pull your current progress using `list_goals` and `get_goal_status` to see exactly where you stand. It helps you stay honest when you look at your road status inside the chat window. Use `get_goal` to dig into specific target details without leaving your workspace. This keeps your focus on the metrics that matter most to your daily routine.

Log your daily progress automatically

Push new updates to your trackers with `add_datapoint` as soon as you finish a task. You stop worrying about manual entry and let your agent handle the logging for you. Fix mistakes instantly by calling `update_datapoint` or `delete_datapoint` if your numbers change. You keep your data accurate with minimal effort.

Monitor financial commitments and profile status

Check your current pledges and recent charges with `list_charges` to stay on top of your financial stakes. It ensures you know the cost of missing your targets before it happens. Grab your account details with `get_user_info` to verify your settings. This MCP Server gives you a clear view of your standing without switching tabs.

Setup guide

Set up Beeminder 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 Beeminder 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 Beeminder 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 beeminder-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Beeminder MCP in Claude Desktop

You need to add the server configuration to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Once you save and restart the app, the tools appear in your chat interface.

Yes, you can use the `refresh_goal` tool to force an update. This ensures your road status reflects the latest data from your connected services.

The desktop configuration is specific to the macOS and Windows apps. It does not carry over to the mobile app version.

Your data stays between the Vinkius hosting environment and your local client. We use encrypted transit to keep your goal metrics private.

Your goal names and datapoint values are processed only via your session tokens. Vinkius operates a zero-trust sandbox to prevent unauthorized access to your account info.

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