How to Use the Kippy MCP in Claude

Q: How do I configure Kippy for Claude Desktop?

Open your configuration file at /Library/Application Support/Claude/claudedesktopconfig.json. Add the server under the mcpServers key with your command and arguments, then restart the app.

Q: Does Kippy show team scores in Claude Desktop?

It does. Use the listteamscores tool to get the latest performance numbers for any team in your organization.

Bring Kippy performance metrics into your Claude Desktop chat to run appraisals and check team scores instantly.

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Pull team performance data into Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between browser tabs to find project status. Use `list_team_scores` and `list_projects` to get raw numbers directly in your chat interface. You'll see the exact output from the backend without needing a dashboard. It’s just data returned to your agent for immediate review.

Manage appraisals and feedback via Claude Desktop

Run `list_appraisals` and `list_feedback` to see what’s pending for your team. You can pull these records into your current conversation to draft responses or summaries. Everything stays within your local session. The server acts as a direct pipe for your performance management tasks.

Audit system logs within Claude Desktop

Need to verify a recent change in your organization? Execute `list_audit_logs` to see the sequence of events recorded in the system. It clears up any confusion about recent activity. You get the logs exactly as they exist in the database, delivered right to your agent.

Setup guide

Set up Kippy 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 Kippy 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 Kippy 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 kippy-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Kippy MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file at ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json. Add the server under the mcpServers key with your command and arguments, then restart the app.

Yes. Once you add the server, just ask your agent to list your KPIs. It calls `list_kpis` and `list_kpi_scores` to show you the current status.

It does. Use the `list_team_scores` tool to get the latest performance numbers for any team in your organization.

We keep your connection scoped to your local machine. No third-party servers see your performance reviews or audit logs.

The server only touches your organizational performance data, specifically annual scores, appraisals, feedback, and system audit logs. It doesn't store your credentials; it uses a single endpoint token for your session.

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