How to Use the Matomo MCP in Claude

Q: Can Claude Desktop show my Matomo site details?

Yes, use the listsites tool to retrieve your site IDs and getsitedetails to pull specific configuration data. This ensures your agent is always looking at the correct property.

Q: Does this handle visitor IP addresses?

The getvisitorprofile tool can return sensitive user data like IP addresses depending on your Matomo privacy settings. Ensure your server configuration masks this data if you need to maintain strict GDPR compliance.

Query your Matomo analytics directly in Claude Desktop to get real-time visitor data without switching tabs.

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Real-time traffic visibility in Claude Desktop

Stop guessing why your traffic dipped. Use `get_visits_summary` and `get_live_last_visits` to pull current session data directly into your chat window. This MCP Server provides the raw numbers your agent needs to make informed decisions. You get an immediate pulse on site activity without loading a dashboard.

Analyze user behavior using Claude Desktop tools

Identify what keeps users on your page by calling `get_top_pages` and `get_visitor_profile`. You see exactly which paths lead to engagement. Your agent can interpret these profiles to suggest content changes. It turns static logs into actionable insights during your workflow.

Track conversion goals via Claude Desktop

Monitor your business objectives by running `get_goals` against your active site list. It shows you which targets are hitting and which are stalling. Connect the dots between your referrers and your bottom line. Use `get_top_referrers` and `get_top_socials` to verify where your best users originate.

Setup guide

Set up Matomo 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 Matomo 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 Matomo 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 matomo-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Matomo MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file located in the Claude application support folder. Add the server details under the mcpServers key, save, and restart the app.

Yes, use the `list_sites` tool to retrieve your site IDs and `get_site_details` to pull specific configuration data. This ensures your agent is always looking at the correct property.

The server runs locally on your machine. Your analytics data never leaves your environment unless you explicitly share it with the AI agent during a chat session.

You must update the token in your local configuration file. Once you restart the MCP Server, the new credentials will take effect immediately.

The `get_visitor_profile` tool can return sensitive user data like IP addresses depending on your Matomo privacy settings. Ensure your server configuration masks this data if you need to maintain strict GDPR compliance.

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