How to Use the Makeswift MCP in Claude

Q: How do I link Makeswift to Claude Desktop?

Open your configuration file at /Library/Application Support/Claude/claudedesktopconfig.json. Add the server details under the mcpServers key and restart the app to see the tools appear.

Q: How does Makeswift handle site redirects in Claude Desktop?

Use the listredirects tool to see every active redirect on your domain. It pulls the current list directly from your project so you can audit them in the chat.

Connect Makeswift to Claude Desktop to update site content and manage snapshots without leaving your chat window.

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Manage your pages directly in Claude Desktop

Stop digging through your dashboard to find specific routes. You can now use `list_pages` to pull every active URL into your chat, letting you verify current content structure instantly. Once you find the page you need, `get_page` fetches the raw details. You can review site configuration or component layouts without ever switching tabs.

Automate visual backups with snapshots

Security is about having a restore point before you break something. Call `create_snapshot` to save your current site state before pushing any major design changes. Need to compare versions? Use `list_snapshots` to view your history, then pull specific data with `get_snapshot`. It keeps your site history clean and accessible.

Sync your site metadata in real time

Stop guessing which locales or hostnames are active. The `list_hostnames` and `list_locales` tools pull your current environment settings directly into your workspace. You can also run `get_site_details` to confirm your workspace configuration. It ensures your AI client is always looking at the right production environment.

Setup guide

Set up Makeswift 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 Makeswift 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 Makeswift 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 makeswift-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Makeswift MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file at ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json. Add the server details under the mcpServers key and restart the app to see the tools appear.

Yes, you can use the available tools to fetch data and manage snapshots. It allows for quick retrieval of page details and site structure information within your chat.

Your site data is handled locally through the MCP protocol. No external parties touch your content snapshots or site metadata during the connection process.

It does. Once you configure the server path, the tools become available via the hammer icon in your chat input, allowing for direct interaction with your site data.

Use the `list_redirects` tool to see every active redirect on your domain. It pulls the current list directly from your project so you can audit them in the chat.

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