How to Use the GitGuardian MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the GitGuardian MCP Server to Claude Code?

Use the command claude mcp add followed by the server details. Ensure your environment variables are set correctly for authentication.

Q: Does Claude Code support GitGuardian health checks?

Run gethealth to verify the connection status. It confirms the server is reachable and ready to process your requests.

Q: Where does Claude Code store configuration?

Configuration is stored in /.claude.json. You can manage your server list and transport settings there.

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Headless secret scanning

Pipe your build artifacts into `multiscan_content` to identify secrets in CI/CD. It is designed to run without any user intervention. Results are returned as structured data. You can feed this output directly into your automation scripts or log files.

Automated incident auditing

The server uses `list_audit_logs` to fetch your workspace events. You can filter these logs to see exactly who accessed what and when. Use `list_secret_incidents` to monitor the state of your security backlog. It keeps your terminal updated on all outstanding threats.

Programmatic honeytoken lifecycle

Automate your deception strategy with `create_honeytoken` in your shell scripts. It allows for dynamic provisioning during environment setup. Use `revoke_honeytoken` when you need to rotate your traps. It ensures your security layer stays updated without manual input.

Setup guide

Set up GitGuardian MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see gitguardian-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest GitGuardian transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available GitGuardian tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http gitguardian-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the GitGuardian MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

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

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Common questions about GitGuardian MCP in Claude Code

Use the command `claude mcp add` followed by the server details. Ensure your environment variables are set correctly for authentication.

Yes, it is built for headless use. You can call the scanning tools during your build process to block unsafe commits.

Run `get_health` to verify the connection status. It confirms the server is reachable and ready to process your requests.

Configuration is stored in `~/.claude.json`. You can manage your server list and transport settings there.

It processes incident identifiers and honeytoken event timestamps. No sensitive source code leaves your local environment during these operations.

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