How to Use the Franchimp MCP in Claude

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Find Your Next Franchisee

The `list_multi_unit_operators` tool gives you a direct line to experienced operators. Just ask Claude, “Show me multi-unit operators in the coffee shop industry.” You get a clean list, right in the chat. No more digging through databases or paying for expensive lead lists. From there, you can dig deeper. Pick an operator from the list and use `get_franchisee_details` to get their contact information. It's a straightforward way to build a targeted outreach list without ever leaving your conversation with Claude.

Vet Investments Before You Commit

The `get_investment_stats` tool cuts right to the chase. When you're looking at a new franchise, ask Claude, “What are the initial investment costs for a 7-Eleven?” It pulls the numbers directly from the source, giving you the data you need to make a decision. Then, take it a step further. Use `get_fdd_metadata` to check the details of their Franchise Disclosure Document. You can see filing dates and other key info, helping you understand if you're looking at the most current information. This turns Claude into your personal research analyst.

Manage Your Franchimp MCP Server

The `list_available_credits` tool lets you keep an eye on your usage. If you're doing a lot of research, you can quickly check your balance by asking, “How many Franchimp credits do I have left?” Claude gives you the answer instantly. This makes it easy to manage your team's access or your own research budget. The Franchimp MCP Server handles the connection, you just focus on getting the data you need. It's a simple tool, but it ensures you're always aware of your account status.

Setup guide

Set up Franchimp 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 Franchimp 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 Franchimp 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 franchimp-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Franchimp MCP in Claude Desktop

Just ask Claude directly. For example, say "Use Franchimp to find multi-unit pizza franchise operators in California." Claude will use the `list_multi_unit_operators` tool to generate a list for you right in the chat.

The Desktop App connects to the MCP Server via a local configuration file, which is great for development. The web version at claude.ai uses a Custom Connector URL, so there's zero installation needed to get started.

Yes. Ask Claude to pull data for multiple brands, like "Compare the initial investment for McDonald's and Burger King using Franchimp." It will use the `get_investment_stats` tool for each one so you can see them side-by-side.

Your activity is based on credits. You can check your remaining balance at any time by asking your agent to use the `list_available_credits` tool.

Franchimp only processes the data needed for a specific request, like franchisee contact info or investment stats. The Vinkius platform runs each MCP Server in an ephemeral sandbox, meaning your data is handled for the task and then discarded. Nothing is stored.

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