How to Use the KnowFirst MCP in Claude

Q: How do I add the KnowFirst MCP Server to my Claude Desktop configuration?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add KnowFirst under the mcpServers key. Provide your API token as an environment variable, save the file, and restart Claude Desktop to see the tools.

Q: How does Claude Desktop use the KnowFirst search tools?

Claude Desktop runs searchintelligenceentities to find unique IDs matching your query. Once it has the ID, your agent automatically calls profile tools to pull down the complete intelligence record.

Q: What happens when the KnowFirst API status is down?

Your agent runs checkknowfirstapistatus to verify the connection. If the API returns an error, Claude Desktop notifies you immediately so you can verify your network or token status.

Map market connections and audit entity changes directly inside Claude Desktop or your claude.ai browser window.

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Map complex entity connections in Claude Desktop

`get_entity_connections` maps relationship graphs for target organizations right within your Claude Desktop interface. Your agent analyzes these connection nodes on your local machine to find hidden links between parent companies and subsidiaries. You do not need to copy-paste messy relationship trees. The tool returns structured graph data that Claude Desktop immediately parses into a clear visual representation of corporate nodes.

Audit historical entity shifts with this MCP Server

`audit_entity_changes` tracks historical adjustments to profiles, giving Claude Desktop direct access to regulatory and corporate modifications. This tool pulls exact timestamps and changed fields so you can spot when an entity altered its registration details. Instead of manual registry checks, this MCP Server feeds historical change logs straight into your chat. Your agent processes these raw updates to build a timeline of corporate restructuring.

Track market intelligence trends in real time

`get_market_intelligence_trends` pulls current industry shifts by sector directly into your browser via Claude Web. Your agent uses this tool to scan categories like finance or technology, bypassing the need for manual market research reports. This live feed lets you ask Claude to compare emerging market patterns against your local datasets. The tool returns raw metrics that show exactly which sectors are gaining traction.

Setup guide

Set up KnowFirst 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 KnowFirst 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 KnowFirst 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 knowfirst-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about KnowFirst MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add KnowFirst under the `mcpServers` key. Provide your API token as an environment variable, save the file, and restart Claude Desktop to see the tools.

Yes, you can connect the KnowFirst MCP Server to claude.ai by adding it as a custom connector. Paste your hosted server URL in your integration settings, complete the setup, and start querying market intelligence in your browser.

Claude Desktop runs `search_intelligence_entities` to find unique IDs matching your query. Once it has the ID, your agent automatically calls profile tools to pull down the complete intelligence record.

Your agent runs `check_knowfirst_api_status` to verify the connection. If the API returns an error, Claude Desktop notifies you immediately so you can verify your network or token status.

Your queried entity profiles and market data stay within your local Claude Desktop environment. The Vinkius sandbox handles the credentials, ensuring that your raw corporate search parameters never leak to external third parties.

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