Kandji MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Kandji as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime — ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via the Vinkius.
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claude mcp add kandji --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Kandji MCP Server
Empower your AI agents with Kandji's modern Apple MDM platform. This MCP server allows you to list and retrieve device details, manage blueprints and custom apps, track administrative activity, and view system security parameters directly through the Kandji API. Ideal for automating IT operations and fleet security for macOS and iOS.
Claude Code registers Kandji as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly — ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Kandji data drives decisions without human intervention.
The Kandji MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code 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 Kandji to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Kandji MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Kandji
Ask Claude: "Using Kandji, show me..." — 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Kandji MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Kandji through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly — no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Kandji tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Kandji + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Kandji MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Kandji tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Kandji nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Kandji outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Kandji status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Kandji MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Kandji to Claude Code via MCP:
get_device
Essential for deep-dive auditing of a specific asset. Retrieves details for a specific device
get_organization
Use to verify account identity. Retrieves details about your Kandji organization
list_activity
Essential for auditing system changes and recent management history. Lists recent management activity
list_auto_apps
Essential for auditing standard software libraries. Lists all Kandji Auto Apps
list_blueprints
Useful for understanding how devices are categorized and configured. Lists all device blueprints
list_commands
g., Lock, Wipe, Restart) sent to managed devices. Useful for auditing remote actions. Lists recent MDM commands sent to devices
list_custom_apps
Useful for auditing non-store software deployments. Lists all custom applications
list_devices
Returns device names, IDs, and OS versions. Use this as the main tool for auditing the device fleet. Lists all managed Apple devices in Kandji
list_parameters
Useful for auditing available security controls. Lists all library parameters (policies)
list_users
Useful for identifying device owners and primary users. Lists all users associated with devices
Example Prompts for Kandji in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Kandji immediately.
"List all managed Mac computers in Kandji."
"Show me the details for device ID 'abc-123'."
"Check recent administrative activity in Kandji."
Troubleshooting Kandji MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Kandji to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Kandji + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Kandji MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Kandji with your favorite client
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Connect Kandji to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.