How to Use the Linear MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect the Linear MCP Server to Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Restart the desktop app, and you'll see the hammer icon indicating the tools are ready.

Q: Can I use this Linear integration in Claude Desktop to assign tasks?

Yes, you pass the assignee ID directly through the updateissue tool. The desktop app instructs the server to update the ticket details in your workspace immediately.

Q: Does the Claude Desktop client support searching across multiple Linear projects?

The listprojects tool fetches your active project lists to help narrow down your queries. From there, you run searchissues to find specific tickets across those projects.

Q: What is the fastest way to verify my connection?

Run the getviewer tool to check which authenticated account matches your active API token. This returns your user details instantly to confirm the connection is active.

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Manage Linear cycles directly inside Claude Desktop

The `list_cycles` tool exposes your active sprints directly to your local workspace. Your agent pulls start dates, end dates, and completion percentages to show exactly where your team stands. If things look off, you use `list_issues` to pinpoint what is blocking the current milestone. Claude Desktop processes these details locally via this MCP configuration, letting you update your team on project health in seconds.

Search and update tickets without leaving chat

The `search_issues` tool finds specific tickets using plain text queries directly from your chat prompt. You find the exact ticket you need, retrieve its full history with `get_issue`, and run updates immediately. When you need to modify details, `update_issue` changes priorities or assigns tasks on the fly. This MCP Server runs as a local background process, meaning your session token stays on your machine.

Triage incoming feedback and write comments

The `create_issue` tool builds new tickets instantly by passing a team ID, title, and priority level directly to your board. You bypass the web interface entirely when logging bugs during local testing. To add context, `create_comment` appends markdown notes and mentions to keep your team aligned. Your AI client handles the formatting, letting you update project files and log issues simultaneously.

Setup guide

Set up Linear 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 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 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-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Linear MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Restart the desktop app, and you'll see the hammer icon indicating the tools are ready.

Yes, you pass the assignee ID directly through the `update_issue` tool. The desktop app instructs the server to update the ticket details in your workspace immediately.

The `list_projects` tool fetches your active project lists to help narrow down your queries. From there, you run `search_issues` to find specific tickets across those projects.

Run the `get_viewer` tool to check which authenticated account matches your active API token. This returns your user details instantly to confirm the connection is active.

Your issue details, team lists, and comments remain private because all API requests route directly through a local stdio transport. No external database logs your ticket content or authentication keys.

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