How to Use the Checkr MCP in VS Code Copilot

Manage background checks across your engineering team using the Checkr MCP Server in VS Code Copilot.

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Connect Checkr MCP to VS Code Copilot

Create your Vinkius account to connect Checkr to VS Code Copilot 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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Share Checkr tools in VS Code Copilot

Commit your configuration to the repo so everyone has access to the same tools. Use `list_screening_invitations` to see who is currently in the queue. It keeps the whole team on the same page. No one needs to configure their local setup manually.

Run background checks from VS Code Copilot

Call `start_background_check` to initiate screenings without leaving your workspace. It’s ideal for building internal admin tools for your hiring team. The agent uses the tools to manage your account status. It’s a direct link to your hiring infrastructure.

Fetch candidate history in VS Code Copilot

Use `list_background_reports` to see the status of all your current requests. You get a clear view of your hiring velocity directly in the sidebar. If you need deeper info, use `get_candidate_details` to see the full record. It’s all available via simple chat commands.

Setup guide

Set up Checkr MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Checkr MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the Checkr tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Checkr transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Checkr MCP in VS Code Copilot

Yes, by committing the config file to your repo. Every team member gains access to the tools upon pulling the latest code.

Use the MCP user configuration menu or edit the .vscode/mcp.json file. It links the server to your editor session instantly.

It is designed for agent mode. Enable it in your chat settings and the tools will appear as available actions.

Run a list tool command in the chat. If it returns your data, the connection is active and working.

The data is transmitted over encrypted channels directly to the API. We do not store your candidate logs or PII on our servers.

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