How to Use the GitBook MCP in Claude

Q: Can I use the GitBook MCP Server to search documentation inside Claude Desktop?

Yes, you can. Just use the searchcontent tool to look up topics, and the results will appear directly in your Claude Desktop conversation.

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Audit your documentation structure

Use `list_organizations` and `list_spaces` to map out your entire GitBook hierarchy. You'll see exactly how your content is organized across different teams. Once you pick a space, use `list_pages` to get a bird's-eye view of every document. It makes finding missing guides or orphaned pages simple.

Pull content directly into Claude Desktop

Get the exact text of any guide by calling `get_page`. It pulls the content straight into your context so you can summarize or analyze it immediately. If you need specific data, use `search_content` to query across your entire space. It saves you from digging through the web interface manually.

Verify your identity and access

Call `get_me` to confirm which account your Claude Desktop instance is currently using. You'll know right away if you have the right permissions to view specific collections. Use `list_collections` to see what is grouped together. This helps you understand the scope of your access before you start deep-diving into documentation.

Setup guide

Set up GitBook 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 GitBook 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 GitBook 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 gitbook-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about GitBook MCP in Claude Desktop

Yes, you can. Just use the `search_content` tool to look up topics, and the results will appear directly in your Claude Desktop conversation.

Open your configuration file via Settings, Developer, and Edit Config. Add the server details under the mcpServers key, save, and restart the app.

It only accesses what your account is permitted to see. The server uses your authentication token to fetch data, so your access rights remain consistent.

The server only processes your requests to fetch content. It doesn't store your search history or page data once the session ends.

It handles your account profile, space lists, page metadata, and document content. This data is transmitted securely to your local client for your eyes only.

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