Crowdin MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Crowdin 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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claude mcp add crowdin --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Crowdin MCP Server
Integrate Crowdin, the leading localization management platform, directly into your AI workflow. Manage your translation projects, monitor file statuses, and track localization tasks using natural language.
Claude Code registers Crowdin as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Crowdin data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Project Management — List and retrieve detailed settings and statuses for all your localization projects.
- File Operations — Monitor files within projects and retrieve specific file metadata.
- Task & Workflow Tracking — Track translation and proofreading tasks to ensure timely delivery.
- Resource Insights — Access glossaries, translation memories, and supported language lists via chat.
The Crowdin MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Crowdin to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Crowdin MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Crowdin
Ask Claude: "Using Crowdin, show me...". 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Crowdin MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Crowdin 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 Crowdin 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
Crowdin + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Crowdin MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Crowdin tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Crowdin nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Crowdin outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Crowdin status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Crowdin MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Crowdin to Claude Code via MCP:
get_file_details
Touches file structure, revision history, and per-language translation status boundaries. Get metadata for a specific file in a project
get_project_details
Touches source/target language settings and project-level activity summary boundaries. Get detailed settings and status for a project
list_glossaries
Resolves glossary names, IDs, and language pairs used for terminology management. List all glossaries available in the account
list_project_files
Resolves file names, IDs, paths, and current translation progress metrics. List all files within a specific project
list_project_reports
Resolves report names, types (Translation Costs, Progress), and creation timestamps. List generated reports for a specific project
list_project_screenshots
Resolves screenshot IDs, tags, and linked string identifiers used for visual context. List all screenshots uploaded to a project for context
list_project_tasks
Resolves task titles, types (Translation, Proofreading), status, and assigned linguist references. List translation and proofreading tasks for a project
list_projects
Resolves project names, IDs, source languages, and target languages for localization workflows. List all localization projects in your Crowdin account
list_supported_languages
Resolves language codes, human-readable names, and locale identifiers. List all languages supported by Crowdin
list_translation_memories
Resolves TM names, IDs, and segment counts for reuse in future translations. List all translation memories (TMs) available
Example Prompts for Crowdin in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Crowdin immediately.
"List all localization projects in my account."
"What is the status of files in project 'Mobile App'?"
"List all active translation tasks for my projects."
Troubleshooting Crowdin MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Crowdin to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Crowdin + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Crowdin 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.Connect Crowdin with your favorite client
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Connect Crowdin to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.