How to Use the FanPower (PickUp) MCP in Claude

Q: How do I install the FanPower (PickUp) MCP Server on Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Restart your Claude Desktop application to load the tools. Once added, this MCP connection runs locally and shows up as a hammer icon in your chat window.

Q: Can my Claude Desktop agent update live fan profiles using FanPower (PickUp)?

No, this integration only reads data. Your agent uses getfanprofile and listfans to view fan details but cannot modify them. This ensures your fan database remains secure from accidental edits.

Q: How does Claude Desktop retrieve live sports events from FanPower (PickUp)?

Your agent calls listevents to pull active sports or esports schedules into your chat. From there, you can ask Claude Desktop to cross-reference these matchups with active questions via listquestions.

Q: What is the easiest way to inspect reward tiers?

Ask your agent to run listrewards to see all available achievements. If you need specifics on a particular prize, the agent uses getrewarddetails to pull the exact criteria.

Control sports engagement campaigns directly inside Claude Desktop by running live polls and tracking picks.

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Run live game-day polls inside Claude Desktop

`list_questions` pulls active fan engagement queries directly into your workspace. Claude Desktop uses this tool to check current fan sentiment and queue up new questions on the fly. You don't need to hop between browser tabs during a live broadcast. Your agent uses `get_question` to inspect specific queries and coordinates with `list_events` to align your interactive content with actual game schedules.

Track fan picks using this Claude Desktop MCP Server

`list_picks` lets your agent monitor live fan predictions as they roll in. Claude Desktop reads these incoming responses to determine which sports matchups are driving the most user action. By calling `get_pick_details`, your agent pulls specific fan choices to analyze sentiment trends. This gives you instant insight into fan behavior without needing external dashboard exports.

Verify fan standings and reward catalogs instantly

`get_leaderboard` exposes the current standings of your most active sports fans directly inside your chat. Claude Desktop parses these engagement scores to see who is leading the pack. To keep fans hooked, your agent uses `list_rewards` and `get_reward_details` to check available prizes. This lets you coordinate reward distribution based on live leaderboard positions.

Setup guide

Set up FanPower (PickUp) 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 FanPower (PickUp) 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 FanPower (PickUp) 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 fanpower-pickup-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about FanPower (PickUp) MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Restart your Claude Desktop application to load the tools. Once added, this MCP connection runs locally and shows up as a hammer icon in your chat window.

No, this integration only reads data. Your agent uses `get_fan_profile` and `list_fans` to view fan details but cannot modify them. This ensures your fan database remains secure from accidental edits.

Your agent calls `list_events` to pull active sports or esports schedules into your chat. From there, you can ask Claude Desktop to cross-reference these matchups with active questions via `list_questions`.

Ask your agent to run `list_rewards` to see all available achievements. If you need specifics on a particular prize, the agent uses `get_reward_details` to pull the exact criteria.

Yes, your fan profiles and pick histories are protected by Vinkius's secure sandboxed MCP architecture. The server only reads `get_fan_profile` payloads using your local endpoint token. No user data is stored on external third-party servers.

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