How to Use the Cardly MCP in Claude

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Connect Cardly MCP to Claude Desktop

Create your Vinkius account to connect Cardly to Claude Desktop and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Setup Cardly with Claude Desktop

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Manage your mailing lists in Claude Desktop

Keep your contacts synced without leaving your chat window. You can use `list_contact_lists` to pull up your existing address books and `add_contact_to_list` to drop new recipients exactly where they belong. Searching for someone is just as quick. Use `find_contact` to check an email address against your records before you hit send.

Preview and order cards directly from Claude

Never guess how your card looks before it hits the printer. The `preview_greeting_card` tool renders a draft so you can see exactly what the recipient receives. Once you like the result, use `place_greeting_card_order` to trigger the physical shipment. It happens instantly, turning your chat into a logistics dashboard.

Browse card designs using this MCP Server

Access the full catalog of professional artwork without opening a browser tab. The `list_card_artwork` tool fetches every available design for your review. If you need specific details on a layout, `get_artwork_details` provides the technical specs. Your AI client handles the selection process, leaving you to focus on the message.

Setup guide

Set up Cardly 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 Cardly 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 Cardly 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 cardly-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Cardly MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file at the path listed in your developer settings. Add the server details to your JSON config, save the file, and restart the app. The hammer icon will appear once the connection is active.

Yes, it handles the entire order flow. You select the artwork, verify the contact, and trigger the print request through the tool interface. The server bridges the gap between your chat and the post office.

You can loop through your contact lists using the provided tools to send cards to multiple people. It turns your chat into an automated mailing assistant. Just ensure your list is formatted correctly in the dashboard first.

Your contact names and mailing addresses remain private to your account. The server only transmits the specific data required to fulfill the print order. Vinkius maintains a strict sandbox environment for these requests.

The connection relies on your unique API key stored locally in your config file. Data travels over encrypted channels directly to the provider. No third-party agents can intercept your mailing details.

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