How to Use the Modrinth MCP in Claude

Q: How do I search Modrinth projects inside Claude Desktop?

Add the Modrinth MCP server to your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Once connected, ask Claude to find mods for a specific Minecraft version, and it will run searchprojects to show you the results.

Q: Can Claude Desktop resolve Modrinth mod dependencies automatically?

Yes, the agent calls getprojectdependencies to fetch the required library list. It maps out the parent-child relationships so you know exactly what files to download.

Find Minecraft mods and inspect project versions directly inside Claude Desktop using local stdio or remote MCP connectors.

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Find Minecraft projects in Claude Desktop

`search_projects` queries the Modrinth database to find mods, resource packs, and plugins using filters like game version and loader. Your agent fires this query to locate exact files without forcing you to click through browser tabs. Once you locate a project, the client can call `get_project` to pull down its full description and metadata. This lets you inspect project details, license info, and support links directly in your chat window.

Verify mod dependencies and version history

`get_project_dependencies` extracts the exact dependency tree for any target project. This stops modpack breakage by letting your MCP client map out required libraries before you write a single line of config. Running `list_versions` alongside `get_version` lets you pin down specific file releases. You get the actual download links and changelogs without manual searching.

Inspect author profiles with this MCP Server

`list_user_projects` displays every project published by a specific Modrinth creator. You can double-check an author's portfolio directly inside your workspace. The tool `get_user_profile` retrieves bio details and social connections, while `get_team_members` lists who actually maintains the project. This makes vetting mod safety and active maintenance status simple.

Setup guide

Set up Modrinth 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 Modrinth 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 Modrinth 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 modrinth-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Modrinth MCP in Claude Desktop

Add the Modrinth MCP server to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Once connected, ask Claude to find mods for a specific Minecraft version, and it will run `search_projects` to show you the results.

Yes, the agent calls `get_project_dependencies` to fetch the required library list. It maps out the parent-child relationships so you know exactly what files to download.

Open your developer settings to edit the configuration file. Insert the server command and arguments under the `mcpServers` key, then restart the desktop app to load the tools.

You can specify those parameters in your chat. The agent passes loaders and game versions directly to `search_projects` to narrow down the results.

This integration only reads public Minecraft project metadata, version histories, and user profiles. No personal player data or private files are ever touched, and the Vinkius sandbox keeps the connection isolated.

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