How to Use the Grocy (Home ERP) MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect Grocy (Home ERP) to Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Point it to your Vinkius endpoint token, restart the app, and you will see the tools appear under the hammer icon in your chat window.

Q: How does Claude Desktop handle recipe scaling with Grocy (Home ERP)?

The agent uses getrecipes to find your saved meals and getrecipe to check ingredients. It calculates the necessary amounts based on your stock levels and adds missing items to your list.

Q: Can I manage my daily task list alongside chores?

Yes. You can use gettasks, createtask, and updatetask to handle one-off household projects. This keeps your general to-do list separate from recurring chores like cleaning or laundry.

Let Claude Desktop run your home pantry and chore lists directly through your local config without touching a web browser.

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Track what is actually in your kitchen

The `get_stock` tool lets your agent read your entire home inventory list instantly. When you ask Claude Desktop what you need to cook dinner, it queries your current stock, checks details with `get_product`, and flags what is missing. You do not have to open the Grocy web interface to see if you have enough pasta or olive oil. To keep the database accurate, use `consume_product_stock` when you finish a container or `add_product_stock` when you unload groceries. This local MCP server connection runs through your desktop config, meaning your inventory updates happen in the same window where you write your daily notes.

Automate shopping lists in Claude Desktop

The `get_shopping_list` tool retrieves your current active shopping list directly inside your chat window. Instead of manually typing out items, you tell Claude Desktop to scan a recipe using `get_recipe` and then run `add_shopping_list_item` for the missing ingredients. Once you return from the store, you can run `remove_purchased_shopping_list` or `clear_shopping_list` to reset your board. This setup keeps your grocery runs organized without requiring you to switch devices or open a separate mobile app.

Manage household chores with this MCP Server

The `get_chores` tool pulls your pending household tasks directly into Claude Desktop so you can see who is slacking. You ask your agent which chores are overdue, and it returns a clean markdown list sorted by priority. When a task is done, the agent triggers `execute_chore` to update the database. This system works best for predictable weekly routines rather than daily micro-tasks that cause tracking fatigue. You can also monitor hardware maintenance by calling `get_batteries` and logging battery maintenance with `charge_battery` to keep your devices running.

Setup guide

Set up Grocy (Home ERP) 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 Grocy (Home ERP) 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 Grocy (Home ERP) 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 grocy-home-erp-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Grocy (Home ERP) MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Point it to your Vinkius endpoint token, restart the app, and you will see the tools appear under the hammer icon in your chat window.

Yes, you can connect it via Claude Web by going to Settings, then Integrations, and adding a custom connector. Paste your Vinkius remote MCP URL and authenticate to start querying your pantry from any browser.

The agent uses `get_recipes` to find your saved meals and `get_recipe` to check ingredients. It calculates the necessary amounts based on your stock levels and adds missing items to your list.

Yes. You can use `get_tasks`, `create_task`, and `update_task` to handle one-off household projects. This keeps your general to-do list separate from recurring chores like cleaning or laundry.

Your grocery quantities, chore logs, and inventory levels stay secure inside the Vinkius sandboxed environment. The connection is direct and ephemeral, meaning your household habits are never used to train public models.

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