Convex MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 4 tools to Run Action, Run Function, Run Mutation, and more
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Convex as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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The Convex MCP Server for Claude Code is a standout in the Loved By Devs category — giving your AI agent 4 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
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# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add convex --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"Vinkius Desktop App
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About Convex MCP Server
Connect your Convex deployment to any AI agent and manage your application's data and logic through natural conversation. This server allows you to interact with your real-time database and serverless functions without leaving your AI interface.
Claude Code registers Convex as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 4 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Convex data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Data Fetching — Execute read-only queries to retrieve documents and state from your Convex tables.
- Transactional Updates — Run mutations to modify data with full ACID guarantees directly from the agent.
- Side Effects & APIs — Trigger Convex actions for external API calls, heavy computation, or non-transactional logic.
- Flexible Execution — Call functions using standard colon notation or URL-style identifiers for maximum compatibility.
The Convex MCP Server exposes 4 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 4 Convex tools available for Claude Code
When Claude Code connects to Convex through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning real-time-database, serverless-functions, typescript, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
Run action on Convex
Call a Convex action function
Run function on Convex
g., "messages/list" instead of "messages:list"). Call a Convex function by its URL identifier
Run mutation on Convex
Call a Convex mutation function
Run query on Convex
Use this for fetching data. Call a Convex query function
Connect Convex to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to wire Convex into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.
Install Claude Code
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installedAdd the MCP Server
Verify the connection
claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a sessionStart using Convex
Why Use Claude Code with the Convex MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Convex through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Convex tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Convex + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Convex MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Convex tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Convex nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Convex outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Convex status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Example Prompts for Convex in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Convex immediately.
"Run the Convex query 'messages:list' with no arguments."
"Call the mutation 'users:create' with the argument { "name": "Alice" }."
"Execute the function 'tasks/get_all' using run_function."
Troubleshooting Convex MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Convex to Claude Code through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Convex + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Convex MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Explore More MCP Servers
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