How to Use the Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) MCP in Claude

Bring your Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) data directly into Claude Desktop for faster context and status updates.

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Connect Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) MCP to Claude Desktop

Create your Vinkius account to connect Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) to Claude Desktop and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Setup Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) with Claude Desktop

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Manage Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) tasks

Stop switching tabs to check your backlog. Use `get_issue` to pull specific ticket details right into your chat window. You'll see exactly what's blocked without leaving your workflow. It's the fastest way to get clarity on project status.

Track sprint cycles

Keep your eyes on the finish line with `list_cycles`. Your agent can now report on active sprint progress based on real-time data. This keeps everyone on the same page. You'll know which items are at risk before the cycle ends.

Audit team project health

Use `list_projects` to see what your team is shipping today. Your MCP Server fetches the current state of your workspace in seconds. It makes status meetings shorter. You can query `list_teams` to see who is working on what without needing a manager.

Setup guide

Set up Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) 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 Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) 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 Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) 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 linear-issue-tracking-pm-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "linear-issue-tracking-pm-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Linear (Issue Tracking & PM) MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file via Settings, Developer, and Edit Config. Add the server details to your mcpServers block and restart the app.

This server focuses on data retrieval. You can read and track progress using the provided tools, but editing functionality is not included.

No. The agent fetches information directly from the source when you ask for it. Nothing is stored locally on your machine.

Vinkius handles connections through a secure sandbox. Your API keys remain local and are never shared with the model provider.

It only touches your issue titles, descriptions, status labels, and cycle metadata. It does not access your personal account settings or payment info.

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