How to Use the Miniflux (RSS Reader) MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the Miniflux (RSS Reader) server to Claude Code?

Run claude mcp add --transport http miniflux-rss-reader-mcp -- in your terminal. Use the claude mcp list command to verify the installation was successful.

Q: Can I run automated cron jobs with Miniflux (RSS Reader) and Claude Code?

Yes, you can script Claude Code to execute refreshallfeeds in headless environments. This allows you to keep your feeds updated on a schedule via shell scripts or CI/CD pipelines.

Q: How does the CLI handle large volumes of unread articles?

The server uses listentries with pagination parameters to fetch articles in manageable batches. Claude Code processes these batches sequentially to avoid hitting terminal buffer limits.

Q: Is it possible to manage users on my self-hosted instance?

Yes, admin users can invoke createuser and deleteuser directly from the CLI. This enables quick user provisioning without logging into the Miniflux web admin dashboard.

Q: How does the Miniflux (RSS Reader) server in Claude Code protect my personal API key?

Your API key is stored locally in your encrypted /.claude.json configuration file. Vinkius handles the transport layer using secure HTTP headers, meaning your credentials never leak into your shell history or public logs.

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Run headless database maintenance via the terminal

`refresh_all_feeds` triggers a background update of your entire subscription database directly from your command line. Claude Code coordinates this task, checks the status using `get_feed_counters`, and reports the final unread count to your terminal session. You do not need to open a browser to keep your feeds current. This CLI approach allows you to chain feed updates with your local development scripts.

Scripted category management with this MCP Server

`create_category` initializes new folders in your feed reader using commands piped directly from your terminal. Claude Code reads your local project directories, creates matching categories, and uses `update_feed` to organize your subscriptions automatically. This automation keeps your feed taxonomy perfectly aligned with your active terminal workspaces. You control your entire reading environment without touching a graphical interface.

Bulk status updates from shell scripts

`update_entries_status` marks hundreds of articles as read or unread in a single terminal command. Claude Code filters the entries using `list_entries` based on age or keyword, then executes the bulk update to clear out stale notifications. This scriptable MCP Server interface prevents terminal clutter. You can easily clear out old news before starting a debugging session, keeping your focus on the terminal output.

Setup guide

Set up Miniflux (RSS Reader) 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 miniflux-rss-reader-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest Miniflux (RSS Reader) transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available Miniflux (RSS Reader) tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http miniflux-rss-reader-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 Miniflux (RSS Reader) 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": {
    "miniflux-rss-reader-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Miniflux (RSS Reader) MCP in Claude Code

Run `claude mcp add --transport http miniflux-rss-reader-mcp -- ` in your terminal. Use the `claude mcp list` command to verify the installation was successful.

Yes, you can script Claude Code to execute `refresh_all_feeds` in headless environments. This allows you to keep your feeds updated on a schedule via shell scripts or CI/CD pipelines.

The server uses `list_entries` with pagination parameters to fetch articles in manageable batches. Claude Code processes these batches sequentially to avoid hitting terminal buffer limits.

Yes, admin users can invoke `create_user` and `delete_user` directly from the CLI. This enables quick user provisioning without logging into the Miniflux web admin dashboard.

Your API key is stored locally in your encrypted `~/.claude.json` configuration file. Vinkius handles the transport layer using secure HTTP headers, meaning your credentials never leak into your shell history or public logs.

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