How to Use the Fountain MCP in Claude

Q: Does the Fountain MCP server track worker status in Claude Desktop?

Yes. Use the listworkers tool to pull a list of current staff directly into your chat. It works just like any other data retrieval tool.

Manage your hiring funnel directly inside the Claude Desktop app with the Fountain MCP server.

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Full funnel visibility in Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between your ATS and the chat window. When you use the Fountain MCP server, you get direct access to your current pipeline right where you work. Ask your agent to pull data using `list_openings` or `list_funnels`. It returns the exact stage counts you need to spot bottlenecks before they turn into missed hires.

Automate interview scheduling

Your agent handles the logistics of your hiring pipeline without manual input. Use `list_interview_sessions` to see what's on the books for the week. If a candidate stalls, have the agent check `list_applicants` and `list_applicant_notes` to provide context. You decide the next step, and the agent keeps the records clean.

Real-time candidate tracking

Keep tabs on who is moving through your hiring workflow. The Fountain MCP server lets you grab details on specific people using `get_applicant`. It connects to your live data, so you aren't looking at stale reports. When you need to know who is ready for an offer, the agent pulls the latest status from your account.

Setup guide

Set up Fountain 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 Fountain 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 Fountain 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 fountain-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Fountain MCP in Claude Desktop

Add the server to your config file and restart the app. Once connected, use natural language to request specific applicant records.

Yes, if your API permissions allow it. You can direct your agent to move candidates through stages by calling the appropriate tools.

Vinkius handles the secure connection between your environment and the API. Your data stays within the encrypted pipe established by your endpoint token.

Yes. Use the `list_workers` tool to pull a list of current staff directly into your chat. It works just like any other data retrieval tool.

The server retrieves PII like names and contact info only when you specifically request it via tool calls. This data is ephemeral and used only for the current session.

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