How to Use the CardanoScan (Cardano Block Explorer API) MCP in Claude

Query Cardano blockchain data straight from Claude Desktop. Inspect blocks, transactions, and stake pools without leaving your chat window.

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Connect CardanoScan (Cardano Block Explorer API) MCP to Claude Desktop

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Setup CardanoScan (Cardano Block Explorer API) with Claude Desktop

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Inspect Cardano Transactions in Claude Desktop

Paste a transaction hash into your chat. The agent runs `get_transaction` and pulls the exact inputs, outputs, and fees straight from the chain. You don't need to open a browser tab to verify a transfer went through. Want to see where the funds actually moved? The `get_transaction_utxos` tool maps out the unspent transaction outputs. It builds a clear picture of the fund flow right in your conversation.

Track Native Assets and Epochs

Grabbing data on custom tokens is fast. You ask for an asset's details, and the MCP server fires off `get_asset` to pull the minting history and current supply. If you need to see every trade involving that token, `list_asset_transactions` handles the heavy lifting. You can also monitor network timing. Running `get_latest_epoch` or `get_epoch` lets you check current boundaries and stake distribution. It gives you the exact network state when you need to debug a smart contract deployment.

Monitor Wallets and Stake Pools

Keeping tabs on a specific wallet address takes seconds. The `get_address` tool checks the current balance, while `list_address_transactions` dumps the entire historical record. You get the raw data formatted exactly how you ask for it. Stake pool operators get the same treatment. Call `get_pool` to check performance metrics or hit `list_pools` to grab a paginated directory of active nodes. The agent feeds this live data directly into Claude's context window.

Setup guide

Set up CardanoScan (Cardano Block Explorer API) 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 CardanoScan (Cardano Block Explorer API) 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 CardanoScan (Cardano Block Explorer API) 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 cardanoscan-cardano-block-explorer-api-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cardanoscan-cardano-block-explorer-api-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about CardanoScan (Cardano Block Explorer API) MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your settings and click Developer, then Edit Config. Add the MCP server details to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Restart the app, and you will see a hammer icon indicating the tools are ready.

Yes. Go to Settings, click Integrations, and add a custom connector. Paste the remote MCP server URL there to query Cardano data from any browser.

It lets your agent pull live blockchain data. You can check wallet balances, inspect transaction hashes, and track native assets without leaving the chat interface.

It does. The server includes specific tools for native assets. You can check minting details and pull transaction histories for any custom token on the network.

The server only reads public blockchain data. When you query an address or transaction hash, that string is sent to the public explorer API. No private keys or local wallet files are ever accessed or stored.

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