Ironclad MCP Server for Claude Desktop 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Desktop is Anthropic's native application for interacting with Claude AI models on macOS and Windows. It was the first consumer application to ship with built-in MCP support, making it the reference implementation for the Model Context Protocol standard.
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{
"mcpServers": {
"ironclad": {
// Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}
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About Ironclad MCP Server
Connect your Ironclad account to any AI agent and manage your entire contract lifecycle through natural conversation.
Claude Desktop is the definitive way to connect Ironclad to your AI workflow. Add Vinkius Edge URL to your config, restart the app, and Claude immediately exposes all 10 tools in the chat interface. ask a question, Claude calls the right tool, and you see the answer. Zero code, zero context switching.
What you can do
- Workflows — List active contract workflows, check current step, and track progress through review, approval, and signature
- Launch Contracts — Start new NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, or any contract type from pre-built templates with counterparty details
- Records — Search and browse the executed contract repository with key dates, values, and renewal terms
- Approvals — Check who approved, who is pending, and unblock stuck contracts
- Templates — Browse available contract types ready to launch
- Comments — Review internal discussion threads and negotiation notes on any contract
The Ironclad MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Desktop in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Ironclad to Claude Desktop via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Ironclad MCP Server with Claude Desktop.
Open Claude Desktop Settings
Go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config to open claude_desktop_config.json
Add the MCP Server
Paste the configuration above into the mcpServers section
Restart Claude Desktop
Close and reopen Claude Desktop to load the new server
Start using Ironclad
Look for the 🔌 icon in the chat. your 10 tools are now available
Why Use Claude Desktop with the Ironclad MCP Server
Claude Desktop by Anthropic provides unique advantages when paired with Ironclad through the Model Context Protocol.
Claude Desktop is the reference MCP client. it was designed alongside the protocol itself, ensuring the most complete and stable MCP implementation available
Zero-code configuration: add a server URL to a JSON file and Claude instantly discovers and exposes all available tools in the chat interface
Claude's extended thinking capability lets it reason through multi-step tool usage, chaining multiple API calls to answer complex questions
Enterprise-grade security with local config storage. your tokens never leave your machine, and connections go directly to Vinkius Edge network
Ironclad + Claude Desktop Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Desktop combined with the Ironclad MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Interactive data exploration: ask Claude to query DNS records, look up WHOIS data, and cross-reference results in a single conversation
Ad-hoc security audits: type a domain name and let Claude enumerate subdomains, check DNS history, and flag configuration anomalies. all through natural language
Executive briefings: generate comprehensive domain intelligence reports by asking Claude to compile findings into a formatted summary
Learning and training: new team members can explore API capabilities conversationally without needing to read documentation
Ironclad MCP Tools for Claude Desktop (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Ironclad to Claude Desktop via MCP:
ironclad_get_approvals
Returns each approver with their status (approved/pending/rejected), approval date, and any comments. Essential for tracking where a contract is stuck in the approval process. Use when the user asks "who still needs to approve this contract?" or "why is this contract delayed?" Get the approval status of a specific Ironclad contract workflow — who approved, who is pending, and who rejected
ironclad_get_comments
Returns each comment with author, timestamp, and message. Comments capture internal review discussions, legal feedback, and negotiation notes. Use to review the discussion history of a contract or understand decision context. Get all comments and discussion on an Ironclad contract workflow — internal team communication and negotiation notes
ironclad_get_record
Use for contract lookups, renewal planning, or compliance reviews. Get complete details of an executed Ironclad contract record — all metadata, dates, obligations, and linked documents
ironclad_get_workflow
), current workflow step, assigned reviewers and approvers, counterparty name, related document links, and complete timeline of actions. Use to drill into a specific contract for status updates or details. Get full details of a specific Ironclad contract workflow — current step, all attributes, counterparty info, and timeline
ironclad_launch_workflow
Attributes is a JSON object containing the contract-specific fields defined in the template (e.g., counterparty name, contract value, effective date, jurisdiction). The workflow immediately enters the first step (typically internal review or drafting). Launch a new Ironclad contract workflow from a template — start the process for an NDA, MSA, SOW, or any configured contract type
ironclad_list_records
Returns contract name, counterparty, contract type, key dates (effective, expiration, renewal), total value, and status. Records are the final, executed versions of contracts. Use when the user asks about existing agreements, upcoming renewals, or the contract repository. List executed contract records in Ironclad — fully signed agreements stored in the contract repository with key metadata
ironclad_list_templates
Each template defines: the contract type (NDA, MSA, SOW, amendments, etc.), required attributes/fields, approval chain, and signature requirements. Template IDs are needed to launch new workflows via ironclad_launch_workflow. Use when the user asks "what contract types can we create?" or needs a template ID. List available Ironclad workflow templates — NDA, MSA, SOW, and other pre-configured contract types ready to launch
ironclad_list_webhooks
Webhooks are used to notify external systems when events occur in Ironclad (e.g., workflow launched, contract signed). Returns webhook ID, name, target URL, and events. Use when auditing integrations or checking connectivity. List all configured webhooks in Ironclad — monitor external notifications for workflow events
ironclad_list_workflows
Each workflow represents a contract moving through its lifecycle: drafting → internal review → approval → counterparty negotiation → signature → execution. Returns workflow name, current step/status, creator, counterparty, template used, and dates. Use when the user asks about contracts in progress, pending approvals, or the contract pipeline. List Ironclad contract workflows in progress — NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and other agreements moving through approval and signature stages
ironclad_search_records
Matches contract names, counterparty names, descriptions, and attribute values. Use when the user asks "find our contract with Acme", "show all NDAs", or needs to locate a specific agreement by keyword. Search Ironclad contract records by keyword — find specific agreements, counterparties, or contract types across the repository
Example Prompts for Ironclad in Claude Desktop
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Desktop agent to start working with Ironclad immediately.
"Show me all contracts pending approval this week"
"Launch an NDA for Acme Corp."
"Search for all active MSAs renewing next month."
Troubleshooting Ironclad MCP Server with Claude Desktop
Common issues when connecting Ironclad to Claude Desktop through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Server not appearing after restart
~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json (macOS) or %APPDATA%\\Claude\\ (Windows).Authentication error
Tools not showing in chat
Ironclad + Claude Desktop FAQ
Common questions about integrating Ironclad MCP Server with Claude Desktop.
How does Claude Desktop discover MCP tools?
claude_desktop_config.json file and connects to each configured MCP server. It calls the tools/list endpoint to fetch the schema for every available tool, then surfaces them as clickable options in the chat interface via the 🔌 icon.What happens if the MCP server is temporarily unavailable?
Can I connect multiple MCP servers simultaneously?
mcpServers section of the config file. Each server appears as a separate tool provider, and Claude can use tools from multiple servers in a single conversation turn.Is there a limit on the number of tools per server?
Does Claude Desktop support Streamable HTTP transport?
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Connect Ironclad to Claude Desktop
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.