How to Use the Matomo Alternative MCP in Cline
Build and test analytics integrations end-to-end in VS Code with Cline and this open data server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Matomo Alternative MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect Matomo Alternative to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Build live analytics widgets inside Cline
Cline doesn't just explain code; it builds. Tell Cline to create an analytics widget, and it will use `get_visits_summary` to pull active metrics like `nb_visits` and `nb_actions` to populate the UI. The agent writes the React or Vue component, hooks up the live data, and runs local tests to verify the layout. You get a fully functional, data-backed dashboard component inside VS Code without writing a single line of boilerplate.
End-to-end tracking setups with Cline MCP Server
Let Cline handle the instrumentation of your web app. The agent scans your source code, finds the key user actions, and inserts `track_action` calls to monitor clicks or checkouts. To make sure it works under load, Cline uses `track_bulk` to simulate batch event submissions. It reads the server responses directly in VS Code to ensure your analytics endpoints are receiving the data correctly.
Direct WordPress and custom report generation
If your site runs on WordPress, this MCP server lets Cline use `get_wp_processed_report` to fetch analytics data directly through the WP REST API. This bypasses the need to log into multiple admin panels. For custom setups, Cline queries `get_report_metadata` to discover available metrics, then runs `get_processed_report` to generate clean markdown summaries of your traffic trends directly in your workspace. You can review the parsed data and plan changes right inside your editor.
Set up Matomo Alternative MCP in Cline
Prerequisites
- VS Code with Cline extension installed
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
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Open Cline MCP settings
Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
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Add a remote server
Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type
matomo-alternative-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint:https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable the server
After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
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Start using tools
Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Matomo Alternative refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
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"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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} Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Matomo. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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Common questions about Matomo Alternative MCP in Cline
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