How to Use the Expensya MCP in Claude

Q: How do I configure the Expensya MCP integration in Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers block to load the MCP server. Restart the desktop application, and you will see the new tools available via the hammer icon in your chat window.

Q: Can I export reports from Expensya using Claude Desktop?

Yes, use the exportexpensedata tool to generate reports in your preferred format. Just ask your agent to compile the records, and it will trigger the export directly through the active connection.

Q: How does Expensya handle currency conversion inside Claude Desktop?

The integration queries listsupportedcurrencies to identify valid options for your entries. If you submit a receipt in a foreign currency, your agent checks this list to ensure the system accepts the format before saving the entry.

Q: Can my team manage organizational roles through this connection?

Run listexpensyausers to see who is registered in your system. This makes it easy to assign specific transactions to the right team members during a chat session.

Submit receipts and track organization spending directly from your Claude Desktop chat without logging into the Expensya web portal.

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Automate Expense Creation in Claude Desktop

The `create_new_expense` tool files your business claims directly from chat conversations. You upload a receipt or describe a purchase, and your agent maps the details to the correct fields. This MCP Server connection checks `list_supported_currencies` and `list_expense_categories` to prevent validation errors. Your records stay accurate without manual double-checking.

Audit and Filter Business Costs

The `list_expenses` tool pulls live transaction data into your chat window to audit team spending on the fly. Your agent groups these records by date, user, or status to find unapproved items instantly. Matching transactions against `list_payment_methods` flags unauthorized card usage. You get a clear view of where the money goes without building manual spreadsheets.

Track Projects and Mileage

The `list_analytical_projects` tool connects your current client tasks to specific corporate budgets. Your agent matches travel costs to projects by querying `list_mileage_vehicles` to calculate exact vehicle rates. Organizing everything into folders happens via `list_expense_reports` before final submission. This keeps client billing accurate and prevents employees from losing track of travel deductions.

Setup guide

Set up Expensya 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 Expensya 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 Expensya 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 expensya-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Expensya MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` block to load the MCP server. Restart the desktop application, and you will see the new tools available via the hammer icon in your chat window.

Yes, use the `export_expense_data` tool to generate reports in your preferred format. Just ask your agent to compile the records, and it will trigger the export directly through the active connection.

The integration queries `list_supported_currencies` to identify valid options for your entries. If you submit a receipt in a foreign currency, your agent checks this list to ensure the system accepts the format before saving the entry.

Run `list_expensya_users` to see who is registered in your system. This makes it easy to assign specific transactions to the right team members during a chat session.

Your transaction details, user profiles, and receipt images never pass through third-party databases. The MCP Server runs locally on your machine or inside a secure Vinkius sandbox, sending data directly to the official API endpoints via encrypted transport.

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