How to Use the BrightHR MCP in Claude

Q: Can Claude Desktop see my BrightHR salary data?

Yes, if you invoke getemployeesalaryinfo. It fetches the numbers directly from the source so you can run your own analysis.

Q: Does this MCP Server show training history?

Yes, use the listtrainingrecords tool for any employee. It displays the history directly in the chat panel.

Q: How do I see organization info via Claude Desktop?

Just run getorganizationinfo. It pulls the core company metadata into your chat so you have the context you need.

Pull payroll and leave data directly into Claude Desktop to manage your team without switching tabs.

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Manage BrightHR data in Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between your browser and your chat. Use `list_employees` and `get_employee_details` to pull personnel records straight into your conversation window. This MCP Server keeps you focused on your work. You get real-time answers about staff status without leaving the app.

Track team time off

Keep an eye on who is out of the office using `list_absences` and `list_holiday_requests`. You can check individual schedules instantly. If you need to log a new absence, use `record_absence` to update the system. It handles the input so you don't have to navigate the dashboard.

Verify your API connection

Check the status of your integration with `check_api_health`. It confirms the server is talking to the backend correctly. Use `list_configured_webhooks` to see what events are firing. It's a quick way to debug your setup if data isn't moving as expected.

Setup guide

Set up BrightHR 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 BrightHR 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 BrightHR 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 brighthr-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about BrightHR MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file and add the server details under the mcpServers key. Once you save and restart, the tools will appear in your chat interface.

Yes, if you invoke `get_employee_salary_info`. It fetches the numbers directly from the source so you can run your own analysis.

Your employee records are handled via secure API calls. No sensitive PII is stored on your local machine outside of the active session.

Yes, use the `list_training_records` tool for any employee. It displays the history directly in the chat panel.

Just run `get_organization_info`. It pulls the core company metadata into your chat so you have the context you need.

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