How to Use the ClickBid MCP in Claude

Q: How do I set up the ClickBid tools with Claude Desktop?

You have two options. For local control, edit your claudedesktopconfig.json file to add the MCP server. For zero-install access, go to Settings → Integrations on claude.ai and paste the server URL as a custom connector.

Manage your ClickBid auctions right inside Claude Desktop. Pull bidder lists and item details without switching windows.

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Check Bidders and Items On The Fly

This MCP server gives you tools to list bidders and auction items. Just ask Claude to get a current list of everyone registered or check the status of a specific item. No need to open another browser tab or log into a separate system. You can use `list_clickbid_bidders` to see who's signed up, or `get_clickbid_item` to pull the latest bid on a hot item. Since it works with both the Claude Desktop app and the web version, you can get this info from anywhere.

Create and Update Records in Chat

Add new bidders and auction items directly from your conversation with Claude. This isn't just about reading data; it's about making changes. A volunteer can register a new attendee on the spot, or you can add a last-minute donated item to the auction block. Use `create_clickbid_bidder` to sign someone up, or `update_clickbid_bidder` to fix a typo in an existing record. The `create_clickbid_item` tool lets you add new inventory instantly. It's all done with simple, natural language commands.

Track Donations with Your MCP Server

Keep a real-time pulse on your fundraising efforts. The server exposes tools to monitor incoming donations and ticket sales. You get immediate answers to your financial questions without running complex reports. You can ask Claude, "Who bought tickets today?" and it will use `list_clickbid_ticket_purchasers`. Or try, "Show me all the donations from this week" to get a summary from `list_clickbid_donations`. This gives you a direct line to your event's financial health.

Setup guide

Set up ClickBid 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 ClickBid 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 ClickBid 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 clickbid-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about ClickBid MCP in Claude Desktop

You have two options. For local control, edit your claude_desktop_config.json file to add the MCP server. For zero-install access, go to Settings → Integrations on claude.ai and paste the server URL as a custom connector.

Yes. The custom connector feature for remote MCP servers works on all Claude plans, including the free tier. You just need the server URL and you're good to go.

The desktop app can run the MCP server as a local subprocess, which is great for development or accessing things on your machine. The web version on claude.ai connects to a remote server, which means no installation but the server must be publicly accessible.

It can. Once you've connected the ClickBid server, you can just ask something like "Create a new auction item called 'Signed Jersey' with a starting bid of $100." Claude uses the `create_clickbid_item` tool to do the work.

Your agent will only access ClickBid data when you ask it to. This includes bidder contact information, auction item details, and donation records. When using the desktop app with a local server, the data transfer is between processes on your machine. With the web connector, it's a standard HTTPS connection between your browser and the remote server.

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