How to Use the Hightouch (Reverse ETL) MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect Hightouch (Reverse ETL) to Claude Desktop?

Open your config file at /Library/Application Support/Claude/claudedesktopconfig.json. Add the server details under the mcpServers key, save the file, and restart the app.

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Monitor syncs directly in Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between your browser and your terminal to check if your data reached its destination. Use `list_syncs` to pull your current job status and `list_sync_runs` to verify if your latest batch hit any errors. Your agent gets the exact output from your Hightouch account. You see exactly what failed and why, without leaving your chat window.

Map data models without manual lookups

Keep your data models organized by querying them through your MCP Server. Use `list_models` to see every active model in your workspace, ensuring your agent knows exactly which data sets are available for the current task. You spend less time hunting for IDs and more time building. The server provides the raw list, giving your agent the context it needs to reference the right models in your codebase.

Audit your source and destination configs

Verify your pipeline connections in seconds by calling `list_sources` and `list_destinations`. You can see every connected database or warehouse linked to your Hightouch environment, providing a clear view of your infrastructure. This visibility prevents configuration drift. When your agent knows the state of your sources, it can suggest fixes or optimizations based on the actual architecture of your data stack.

Setup guide

Set up Hightouch (Reverse ETL) 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 Hightouch (Reverse ETL) 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 Hightouch (Reverse ETL) 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 hightouch-reverse-etl-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Hightouch (Reverse ETL) MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your config file at ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json. Add the server details under the mcpServers key, save the file, and restart the app.

This MCP Server currently focuses on read operations. You can monitor your pipeline, but you cannot initiate new syncs through these specific tools.

Yes, you can configure the server in your %APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json file. Once added, the tools will appear in your chat interface.

Look for the hammer icon in your chat input area. If it appears, your tools are ready for use within Claude Desktop.

Vinkius handles the connection via a secure endpoint token. This server only accesses your sync logs, model definitions, and destination metadata.

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