How to Use the Freightview MCP in Claude

Q: Can Freightview help me find carrier info in Claude Desktop?

Yes. You can use the getcarrierdetails tool to pull specific info about your carriers. It puts the data you need right in front of you.

Q: Can I automate quoting in Claude Desktop using Freightview?

You can. By chaining requestrates and listfreightquotes, you build a workflow that handles the heavy lifting for you.

Stop copy-pasting rates. Connect Freightview to Claude Desktop for instant LTL quotes and shipment tracking right in your chat.

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Create your Vinkius account to connect Freightview to Claude Desktop and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Instant LTL freight quotes

Get real-time pricing without leaving your workspace. Use `request_rates` to pull live carrier data directly into your conversation. Compare options quickly using `list_freight_quotes`. You see the exact numbers you need to make a decision immediately.

Manage your logistics data

Access your entire address book and item catalog without switching tabs. Call `list_address_book` or `list_item_catalog` to confirm shipment details before you book. Your AI client uses this data to ensure the quotes you receive match your actual inventory and shipping locations.

Track shipments via Claude Desktop

Keep tabs on your freight status with zero effort. Use `get_shipment_details` to pull the current location and delivery status into your chat window. Check `list_shipments` to see everything currently in transit. You get the full picture without opening a separate portal.

Setup guide

Set up Freightview 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 Freightview 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 Freightview 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 freightview-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Freightview MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your Claude Desktop config file and add the server details under the mcpServers key. Once you save and restart the app, the tools will appear in your chat.

Yes. You can use the `get_carrier_details` tool to pull specific info about your carriers. It puts the data you need right in front of you.

Your data stays private and only moves between your client and our servers. We use token-based authentication to lock down every request.

It does. You just need your API credentials to get it running. It connects directly to your current dashboard data.

You can. By chaining `request_rates` and `list_freight_quotes`, you build a workflow that handles the heavy lifting for you.

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