How to Use the Lusha MCP in Claude

Q: Can I use Lusha to find LinkedIn profiles in Claude Desktop?

Yes, you can use the findbylinkedin tool. Just provide the URL, and your agent will pull the relevant contact data from Lusha directly into your active thread.

Q: Does Claude Desktop support all Lusha tools?

All six core tools, including findperson and findcompany, are fully supported. You can access the entire Lusha suite as soon as the server is configured.

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Instant lead enrichment in Claude Desktop

Feed your raw prospect lists into `bulk_enrich` to get verified emails and phone numbers without leaving the app. You save hours of manual lookups by letting your agent handle the grunt work. This isn't about guessing. When you use `find_person` or `find_company`, you get the same verified data you'd see on the Lusha dashboard, but it sits right there in your chat history.

Targeted outreach with Lusha and Claude Desktop

Use `search_contacts` to build filtered lead lists based on your specific criteria. Your agent parses the results and organizes them for your next sales push. It works by connecting the Lusha API directly to your local environment. You define the filters, and the MCP server executes the query immediately.

Track your Lusha credits in Claude Desktop

Run `get_credits` whenever you need to check your remaining balance. You'll know exactly how many lookups you have left before you start a heavy prospecting session. This keeps your workflow moving without unexpected interruptions. You stay in control of your usage and budget by checking the count inside the chat interface.

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-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Lusha MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your Claude Desktop config file and add the Lusha server details under the mcpServers key. Once you save and restart the app, the tools will appear in your chat.

Yes, you can use the `find_by_linkedin` tool. Just provide the URL, and your agent will pull the relevant contact data from Lusha directly into your active thread.

Your data is handled through a secure, local connection. Lusha credentials are stored locally on your machine, and communication happens directly between your client and the API.

All six core tools, including `find_person` and `find_company`, are fully supported. You can access the entire Lusha suite as soon as the server is configured.

Contact data is returned as plain text within your chat session. It is treated like any other text prompt and is not stored or shared outside your local Claude Desktop environment.

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