How to Use the Lokalise MCP in Claude

Q: How do I configure the Lokalise MCP Server in Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file and add the MCP server configuration under the mcpServers key. Paste your Vinkius endpoint token into the arguments, restart Claude Desktop, and you will see the tools active in your chat window.

Q: Can I upload local JSON files to Lokalise using Claude Desktop?

Yes, you can. Use the uploadfile tool in Claude Desktop to send your local translation files directly to your target project.

Q: How do I check translation orders from Lokalise in Claude Desktop?

Ask your agent to run the listorders tool. It queries your active translation orders and displays the status directly inside your Claude Desktop chat interface.

Q: Can I manage team access to localization projects with these tools?

Yes, the listteammembers tool lets you view who has access to your localization workspace. You can verify permissions directly through your agent.

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Sync Translation Files Directly in Claude Desktop

The `upload_file` tool sends your local translation files straight to your localization project without leaving the chat. You drop a JSON or strings file into your local Claude Desktop app, and your agent pushes the content to the correct project. No more logging into a web UI just to drop a translation file. You pull down the updated translations just as fast. The `download_file` tool generates and retrieves your completed translation bundles, saving them directly to your local workspace.

Manage Keys and Translations in Real-Time

The `create_key` tool lets you register new translation keys directly from your conversational prompt. When you tell your agent to add a new button label, it creates the key in your project and uses `add_translation` to populate the default language string on the spot. You can audit existing keys without leaving your terminal or chat window. Use `list_keys` and `list_translations` to check what strings are already localized, preventing duplicate work and keeping your translation database clean.

Manage Localization Projects with this MCP Server

The `list_projects` tool pulls your active localization projects directly into the Claude Desktop interface. You can query specific details with `get_project` or spin up a new localization target using `create_project` when launching a new service. This MCP Server runs inside a secure sandbox to handle your API requests. It keeps your workspace clean by letting you query `list_languages` and check translation progress without manual browser searches.

Setup guide

Set up Lokalise 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 Lokalise 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 Lokalise 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 lokalise-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Lokalise MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your `claude_desktop_config.json` file and add the MCP server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Paste your Vinkius endpoint token into the arguments, restart Claude Desktop, and you will see the tools active in your chat window.

Yes, you can. Use the `upload_file` tool in Claude Desktop to send your local translation files directly to your target project.

Ask your agent to run the `list_orders` tool. It queries your active translation orders and displays the status directly inside your Claude Desktop chat interface.

Yes, the `list_team_members` tool lets you view who has access to your localization workspace. You can verify permissions directly through your agent.

Your translation keys and API tokens are processed within an ephemeral V8 sandbox. This server never stores your raw credentials, keeping your localization data isolated and secure.

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