How to Use the Bitly MCP in VS Code Copilot
Manage links and analytics across your entire team using Bitly and VS Code Copilot.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Bitly MCP to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Bitly to VS Code Copilot and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Sync Bitly links in VS Code Copilot
Commit your server config to the repo so every developer uses the same tools. Use `list_bitlinks` to ensure your team is working with the right URLs. Standardize your link generation by using `shorten_url` in your shared codebase. It keeps your team aligned on how you manage external references.
Team-wide link metrics in VS Code Copilot
Check how your shared links perform by calling `get_clicks` during pull request reviews. It provides objective data for the changes you are proposing. Use `get_referrers` to see where your team's traffic comes from. Having these metrics in the editor makes it easier to discuss impact during team meetings.
Organize links in VS Code Copilot
Manage your group structure across the team using `list_groups`. You can ensure your production and staging links are categorized correctly without leaving the IDE. Update link details with `update_bitlink` or create assets with `create_qr_code`. Everything you need to manage your infrastructure is available as a tool in your chat.
Set up Bitly MCP in VS Code Copilot
Prerequisites
- VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP configuration
Open the Command Palette (
Cmd+Shift+P/Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create.vscode/mcp.jsonin your workspace. - 2
Add the Bitly MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your
.vscode/mcp.json. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Switch to Agent mode
Open Copilot Chat (
Cmd+Shift+I/Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes. - 4
Verify the connection
In the Copilot Chat input, type
#to list available tools. You should see the Bitly tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Bitly transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.
{
"mcpServers": {
"bitly-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 Bitly. 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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