How to Use the Moneypenny MCP in VS Code Copilot
Deploy Moneypenny tools to your entire team in VS Code Copilot for synchronized customer support insights.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Moneypenny MCP to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Moneypenny to VS Code Copilot and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Standardized team-wide MCP tools
Commit your server configuration to your repository to give every team member instant access to `get_activity_summary`. This ensures that your entire engineering team uses the same data sources for monitoring support performance. It eliminates configuration drift across developer machines. Every agent session is backed by the same reliable link to your Moneypenny account.
Automated support log retrieval
Use `list_call_messages` within your IDE to fetch logs without switching windows. Copilot can pull these records and help you write tests or documentation based on the actual output of your receptionist services. This keeps your technical work grounded in reality. It makes it easier to write code that reacts correctly to incoming call volume.
Integrated status checks
Run `check_moneypenny_status` as part of your daily workflow to ensure your integration remains healthy. If the connection drops, your team will know immediately rather than wondering why data isn't showing up in the chat. It provides a quick, programmatic way to verify system health. This keeps your team productive and prevents wasted time spent troubleshooting stale data.
Set up Moneypenny MCP in VS Code Copilot
Prerequisites
- VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP configuration
Open the Command Palette (
Cmd+Shift+P/Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create.vscode/mcp.jsonin your workspace. - 2
Add the Moneypenny MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your
.vscode/mcp.json. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Switch to Agent mode
Open Copilot Chat (
Cmd+Shift+I/Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes. - 4
Verify the connection
In the Copilot Chat input, type
#to list available tools. You should see the Moneypenny tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Moneypenny transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.
{
"mcpServers": {
"moneypenny-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
} Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Moneypenny. 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 Moneypenny MCP in VS Code Copilot
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