How to Use the MainWP MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I install MainWP for Claude Code?

Use the claude mcp add command in your terminal. Ensure you provide the correct transport and URL flags to connect the server.

Q: Can I run MainWP updates in Claude Code scripts?

Yes. You can write a script that iterates over listavailableupdates and calls upgradesiteresource for each pending patch.

Q: How do I verify MainWP tools in Claude Code?

Run claude mcp list in your terminal. This confirms that all eight tools are loaded and ready for your next command.

Q: Does Claude Code store MainWP API keys securely?

It uses the configuration defined in your /.claude.json file. Keep this file restricted to your user account to protect your API access.

Q: How do I force a sync for MainWP in Claude Code?

Execute the syncchildsites tool. It clears the local cache and pulls fresh data from your dashboard, ensuring your terminal sees the latest network state.

Claude Code connects to MainWP via CLI, letting you automate site maintenance and security scans from your terminal.

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Terminal-based MainWP control

Run `list_child_sites` to get a clean, raw list of your WordPress installations. It's perfect for piping into other shell commands or scripts. Use `list_site_plugins` to verify specific installations. The output is structured for quick parsing, allowing you to grep for specific plugin versions across your entire network.

Headless update management

Automate your patch cycles by calling `list_available_updates` in your CI/CD pipeline. It gives you the full list of pending actions without a GUI. When a maintenance window opens, use `upgrade_site_resource` to push updates. It's the most efficient way to manage a large network from a terminal session.

Automated network security

Trigger `scan_network_malware` during your nightly cron jobs. It returns a status report that you can log or send to your monitoring systems. Follow up with `scan_network_vulnerabilities` to maintain compliance. The server provides the necessary data to keep your infrastructure patched and secure.

Setup guide

Set up MainWP MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see mainwp-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest MainWP transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available MainWP tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http mainwp-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the MainWP MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

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

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Common questions about MainWP MCP in Claude Code

Use the `claude mcp add` command in your terminal. Ensure you provide the correct transport and URL flags to connect the server.

Yes. You can write a script that iterates over `list_available_updates` and calls `upgrade_site_resource` for each pending patch.

Run `claude mcp list` in your terminal. This confirms that all eight tools are loaded and ready for your next command.

It uses the configuration defined in your `~/.claude.json` file. Keep this file restricted to your user account to protect your API access.

Execute the `sync_child_sites` tool. It clears the local cache and pulls fresh data from your dashboard, ensuring your terminal sees the latest network state.

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