How to Use the Franchimp MCP in Cline

Q: Can Cline write code that integrates Franchimp tool outputs?

Yes, Cline can query getfranchisedetails and then write the exact backend code needed to process that franchise metadata. It handles both the data retrieval and the file creation.

Q: Does Franchimp support bulk franchisee lookups through Cline?

Yes, you can instruct Cline to run listmultiunitoperators and loop through the results. Cline will handle the iteration, writing the output to your local files.

Q: How do I check my document balance using Cline?

You can ask Cline to run the listavailablecredits tool. It will query the Franchimp API and display your remaining document credits in the sidebar.

Build live franchise dashboards and lead lists inside VS Code by letting Cline run Franchimp tools directly.

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The `list_franchisees` tool retrieves targeted owner profiles based on your specified brand filters. Cline takes this live data, writes a local SQLite database schema, and populates it with real franchisee records. You do not need to write boilerplate code in VS Code to connect to the Franchimp API. Cline calls the tool, inspects the JSON payload, writes the database insertion script, and runs it directly in your VS Code terminal.

Verify investment stats and update frontend UI

The `get_investment_stats` tool feeds raw financial requirements and fee structures directly to Cline over MCP. When building a comparison calculator, Cline calls this tool to verify the numbers and updates your React component state. If you need to double-check the source, Cline runs `get_fdd_metadata` to verify the filing dates. It then writes test cases in your VS Code workspace to ensure your UI displays the correct capital requirements for each brand.

Audit franchisee emails and track credits

The `find_franchisee_by_email` tool lets you verify owner records against your existing customer relationship databases. Cline reads your local CSV files, identifies missing fields, and queries this tool to fill in the gaps. To keep your operational costs in check, Cline calls `list_available_credits` before running batch lookups. It writes a quick summary of remaining credits directly in your VS Code sidebar chat.

Setup guide

Set up Franchimp MCP in Cline

Prerequisites

VS Code with Cline extension installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Cline MCP settings

Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
2

Add a remote server

Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type franchimp-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable the server

After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
4

Start using tools

Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Franchimp refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.

Cline MCP Settings

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

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Common questions about Franchimp MCP in Cline

Click the MCP icon in your Cline sidebar and add the server configuration. You can paste the Vinkius URL directly or edit your `cline_mcp_settings.json` file.

Yes, Cline can query `get_franchise_details` and then write the exact backend code needed to process that franchise metadata. It handles both the data retrieval and the file creation.

Yes, you can instruct Cline to run `list_multi_unit_operators` and loop through the results. Cline will handle the iteration, writing the output to your local files.

You can ask Cline to run the `list_available_credits` tool. It will query the Franchimp API and display your remaining document credits in the sidebar.

Every MCP request runs inside an ephemeral, zero-trust V8 sandbox managed by Vinkius. Your local VS Code environment communicates using an isolated token, ensuring your franchise search data never leaks.

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