How to Use the Inform Direct MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect Inform Direct to Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Restart the desktop app, look for the hammer icon, and start using your MCP Server.

Q: What happens if my API connection drops?

You can run checkinformdirectstatus at any time to verify the link between your agent and the API. If the connection is down, the tool returns a clear error status so you can debug the credentials.

Manage UK Companies House filings and statutory records directly inside Claude Desktop without leaving your chat window.

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Fast statutory checks in Claude Desktop

Stop searching through government portals manually. Ask Claude Desktop to retrieve director lists or shareholder registries instantly. This MCP server runs locally as a subprocess, feeding raw corporate data directly to your agent. Run `list_directors` or `list_shareholders` to pull the exact records you need. You can also run `get_company` to check registration details without opening a browser tab.

Track filing deadlines instantly

Missing a Companies House deadline gets expensive fast. Let your agent monitor upcoming dates and account balances using this MCP integration. Execute `get_filing_status` to see exactly when accounts are due. Pair this with `get_account` to monitor your filing credits so you never get blocked during busy periods.

Direct portfolio updates

Clean up your corporate dashboard without logging into multiple external sites. Your agent can add or remove entities from your active tracking list on command. Use `add_company` to bring new clients into your workspace instantly. If a client offboards, execute `remove_company` to keep your system clean, while `check_informdirect_status` ensures your connection is alive.

Setup guide

Set up Inform Direct 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 Inform Direct 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 Inform Direct 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 inform-direct-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Inform Direct MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Restart the desktop app, look for the hammer icon, and start using your MCP Server.

Yes, you can plug the remote MCP server URL directly into the custom connectors section in your browser settings. This lets you access your UK corporate records on any device without a local setup.

The current toolset lets you fetch statutory records, track deadlines, and manage your local portfolio. You can query filing histories and status updates, but actual document submissions require your direct approval.

You can run `check_informdirect_status` at any time to verify the link between your agent and the API. If the connection is down, the tool returns a clear error status so you can debug the credentials.

Your UK statutory records and director details stay completely private because the connection runs through a secure sandbox. Vinkius handles the API tokens securely, meaning Claude Desktop never sees your raw credentials.

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