How to Use the dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) to Claude Code?

Run the claude mcp add command with the server URL. Claude Code will then register the tools for use in your terminal commands.

Q: Can I use Claude Code to automate my dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) trades?

Yes. You can script calls to v4createorder and v4cancelorder. This allows for fully automated trading loops managed from your terminal.

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Use `v4_create_order` directly from your terminal to execute trades. It integrates into your shell scripts and CI/CD pipelines. `v4_list_markets` lets you scan available pairs instantly. You get the speed of a terminal-first workflow for all your trading needs.

Automated Market Intelligence

Pipe `v4_get_orderbook` data into your monitoring scripts. It provides the raw output needed for high-frequency analysis. Use `v4_get_stats` to pull 24h market performance. It gives you the metrics you need to decide when to enter or exit a position.

Account Control via CLI

Run `v4_list_positions` to check your exposure from your CI/CD environment. It ensures your automated tasks always know your current state. `v4_get_account` returns your balance details. It gives you the visibility required for programmatic risk management.

Setup guide

Set up dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see dydx-decentralized-perpetual-exchange-api-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http dydx-decentralized-perpetual-exchange-api-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "dydx-decentralized-perpetual-exchange-api-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about dYdX (Decentralized Perpetual Exchange API) MCP in Claude Code

Run the `claude mcp add` command with the server URL. Claude Code will then register the tools for use in your terminal commands.

Yes. You can script calls to `v4_create_order` and `v4_cancel_order`. This allows for fully automated trading loops managed from your terminal.

Simply prompt Claude Code to list your account data. It calls `v4_list_positions` or `v4_get_account` and outputs the results to your console.

The server operates locally within your session. No account info is logged or shared, keeping your trading data strictly between you and the protocol.

The server requires an authentication token for every request. It only touches your account balance and order data, ensuring no unauthorized access.

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