How to Use the Builder.io (Visual CMS) MCP in Claude

Q: How do I query Builder.io (Visual CMS) data in Claude Desktop?

You use the querygraphql tool. Simply provide your query string to the agent, and it returns the data from your project instantly.

Q: Can I update Builder.io (Visual CMS) content using Claude Desktop?

Yes, you can. The updatecontent tool allows you to modify existing entries by passing the content ID and new data fields directly.

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Direct content manipulation in Claude Desktop

You can push updates to your live site without opening the browser dashboard. The `update_content` and `create_content` tools let you modify entries based on your current chat context. Everything happens through your active conversation. You just ask Claude to adjust a field, and it executes the call using your private key.

Asset management for Claude Desktop

Stop manually uploading images to the web portal. Use `upload_asset` to push files directly from your local machine into your project storage. If you need to clean up old files, `delete_asset_by_url` removes them instantly. It keeps your media library organized without ever leaving the desktop app.

Read and query Builder.io data in Claude Desktop

Fetch specific models using `get_content` to understand your current site structure. You get the raw data back to analyze or refactor. Run complex queries with `query_graphql` or `admin_graphql` when you need specific relationships between your pages. This MCP Server gives your agent full visibility into your CMS backend.

Setup guide

Set up Builder.io (Visual CMS) 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 Builder.io (Visual CMS) 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 Builder.io (Visual CMS) 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 builderio-visual-cms-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Builder.io (Visual CMS) MCP in Claude Desktop

You use the `query_graphql` tool. Simply provide your query string to the agent, and it returns the data from your project instantly.

Yes, you can. The `update_content` tool allows you to modify existing entries by passing the content ID and new data fields directly.

Your key is stored locally in your config file. It is never transmitted to any third party except for the direct API calls made to the service.

It supports any model you have defined in your dashboard. You just need to reference the correct model name when calling the tools.

All requests are encrypted over HTTPS. The server only touches your content JSON and asset URLs, keeping your proprietary site data private during transit.

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