How to Use the Directus MCP in Claude

Q: How does Claude Desktop handle schema updates in Directus?

Claude Desktop uses listcollections and getcollection to read your schema, but it does not modify your Directus tables. You can use it to write new records via createitem but not to drop columns.

Q: What tool should I run to verify my Directus connection in Claude Desktop?

Run checkdirectusstatus to confirm that Claude Desktop can communicate with your database API. This tool returns a direct HTTP status check to verify your credentials work.

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Inspect database collections with Claude Desktop

`list_collections` reveals your entire Directus database structure directly to your Claude Desktop client using the MCP standard. The engine maps your tables instantly so you do not have to guess table structures during a Claude Desktop chat session. You can run `list_fields` inside Claude Desktop to inspect specific columns and relationships. This lets your Claude Desktop agent generate precise filters without running blind SQL queries against your production database.

Run CRUD operations via this MCP Server

`create_item` writes new records directly to your Directus collections through the Claude Desktop interface. By using this tool, you bypass the Directus web portal entirely when drafting new articles inside Claude Desktop. When you need to modify existing records, `update_item` and `delete_item` execute those changes immediately inside Claude Desktop. Local subprocesses handle these Directus commands, keeping your edits fast and secure.

Track activity via this MCP Server

`list_activity` exposes the Directus audit log so Claude Desktop can track who changed what. Your Claude Desktop agent reads these system logs to troubleshoot recent schema updates or content edits in Directus. To verify media attachments without opening a browser tab, run `get_file` and `list_files` in Claude Desktop. Direct retrieval of file metadata allows your Claude Desktop agent to link assets to your items programmatically.

Setup guide

Set up Directus 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 Directus 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 Directus 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 directus-alternative-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Directus MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your local configuration file and add the Directus server configuration under the `mcpServers` block. Once you restart Claude Desktop, the database tools will appear in your chat window.

Yes, you can ask Claude Desktop to search your Directus collections using the `search_items` tool. The agent executes queries and formats the matching records directly in your chat.

Claude Desktop uses `list_collections` and `get_collection` to read your schema, but it does not modify your Directus tables. You can use it to write new records via `create_item` but not to drop columns.

Run `check_directus_status` to confirm that Claude Desktop can communicate with your database API. This tool returns a direct HTTP status check to verify your credentials work.

Your Directus database items and user roles are processed locally on your machine via standard input/output transport. Claude Desktop does not route your database credentials or CMS payloads through external servers.

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