How to Use the Linear MCP in Cline
Control your Linear backlog from inside Cline with full task execution power.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Linear MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect Linear to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
End-to-end task execution for Cline
Cline acts on your behalf by fetching data via `list_issues` and performing updates. It writes the code and then marks the task as complete in your tracker. This removes the manual step of toggling between your browser and VS Code. You define the objective and Cline uses `create_issue` or `update_issue` to mirror your progress in the system.
Direct issue inspection in Cline
Get the full context of a bug or feature request using `get_issue`. Cline parses the description, labels, and status to inform its coding decisions. It handles the heavy lifting of gathering requirements. Because it has access to `list_labels` and `list_projects`, Cline knows exactly where a task fits into your broader roadmap.
Collaborative updates via Cline
Inject your progress reports into tickets using `create_comment`. Cline attaches relevant code snippets or explanations, keeping your team in the loop. This keeps your documentation accurate without forcing you to stop coding. Cline uses the credentials you provide to authenticate every request securely.
Set up Linear MCP in Cline
Prerequisites
- VS Code with Cline extension installed
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open Cline MCP settings
Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
- 2
Add a remote server
Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type
linear-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint:https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable the server
After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
- 4
Start using tools
Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Linear refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
{
"mcpServers": {
"linear-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
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Common questions about Linear MCP in Cline
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