How to Use the Calibre-Web MCP in Claude

Q: How do I browse my Calibre-Web shelves with Claude Desktop?

Use the getopdsshelf tool. You can ask your agent something like, 'Show me books on the 'technical-docs' shelf in Calibre-Web' and it will return the list.

Q: Can I sync my Kobo from Claude Desktop using this Calibre-Web server?

Yes, that's what the synckobolibrary tool is for. Just tell your agent to 'sync my Kobo library' after you've provided your Kobo token in the server configuration.

Connect Claude Desktop to your Calibre-Web library. Ask about your books and sync your Kobo without leaving the chat.

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Browse Your Library in Chat

The `get_opds_catalog` tool lets you ask Claude for a full list of your library's sections. It's like having your Calibre-Web homepage right in the chat window. Then, use `get_opds_shelf` to dig deeper. Ask 'show me what's on the sci-fi shelf' and you'll get a list of books back instantly. No more clicking through web pages.

Sync Your Kobo on Command

This MCP server connects directly to your Kobo account. The `sync_kobo_library` tool tells your agent to start a sync between your device and Calibre-Web. Just type 'sync my Kobo library' and it gets to work. It uses the Kobo Token you provide, so everything stays linked to your account.

A Local MCP Server for Your Books

Because this runs as a local MCP server, Claude Desktop can talk to your Calibre-Web instance even if it's just on your machine. There's no need to expose your library to the internet. Your agent gets direct, secure access to your book metadata. This setup is perfect for managing a private collection without punching holes in your firewall.

Setup guide

Set up Calibre-Web 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 Calibre-Web 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 Calibre-Web 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 calibre-web-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Calibre-Web MCP in Claude Desktop

Use the `get_opds_shelf` tool. You can ask your agent something like, 'Show me books on the 'technical-docs' shelf in Calibre-Web' and it will return the list.

Yes, that's what the `sync_kobo_library` tool is for. Just tell your agent to 'sync my Kobo library' after you've provided your Kobo token in the server configuration.

It lets you interact with your library using natural language. You don't have to open the Calibre-Web interface to find books or kick off a sync.

Not if you're using the Claude Desktop app. It can connect to local MCP servers, so your Calibre-Web instance can stay on your local network.

It only handles OPDS catalog feeds and your Kobo device metadata. Your Kobo token is required for sync but is managed by the secure MCP environment. Vinkius never sees the contents of your books.

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