How to Use the Lusha MCP in Claude

Q: Where can I check my credit usage for Lusha in Claude Desktop?

You can use the getcreditbalance or getusagestats tools. Just ask your agent to verify your current status before starting a large task.

Stop guessing contact details. Connect this Lusha MCP Server to Claude Desktop and pull verified direct dials straight into your chat.

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Connect Lusha MCP to Claude Desktop

Create your Vinkius account to connect Lusha 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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Instant contact and company enrichment

Stop wasting time on manual research. You can trigger `enrich_person_info` or `enrich_company_info` directly from your chat to get firmographics and contact data without leaving the Claude Desktop interface. Your agent handles the heavy lifting by calling `bulk_enrich_persons` to process entire lists in seconds. It’s a clean way to keep your prospect data accurate while you stay focused on the conversation.

Precise prospecting with Lusha tools

Finding new leads doesn't have to be a chore. Use `prospect_new_leads` or `prospect_new_companies` to define your target criteria and let the AI build your list of potential targets on the fly. This MCP Server provides the exact data points you need to refine your outreach. By piping `get_person_by_linkedin` results into your workflow, you ensure your agent only works with high-quality, verified profiles.

Real-time account and credit monitoring

Don't let your API usage surprise you. You can check your remaining balance by calling `get_credit_balance` whenever you need to see if you have enough credits to run your next batch of enrichment. Keeping tabs on your activity is just as easy with `get_usage_stats`. It gives you a clear picture of how much of your quota you've burned through, so you can manage your budget without ever switching tabs.

Setup guide

Set up Lusha 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 Lusha 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 Lusha 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 lusha-alternative-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Lusha MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file located at your Claude Desktop settings path. Add the server entry under the mcpServers key with the correct command and arguments, then restart the application.

Yes. Once you connect the server, you can ask your agent to use the prospecting tools to find companies or contacts based on your specific requirements.

The server provides the same verified contact intelligence that the platform is known for. You get direct access to accurate direct dials and email addresses.

You can use the `get_credit_balance` or `get_usage_stats` tools. Just ask your agent to verify your current status before starting a large task.

This server only touches business contact information. It connects to the API via your private key, ensuring your searches remain isolated and secure.

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