How to Use the Namecheap MCP in Claude

Q: How do I install the Namecheap MCP server in Claude Desktop?

Open your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Add the server command and your Namecheap API credentials under the mcpServers key, then restart the application.

Q: Can Claude Desktop register new domains with Namecheap?

No. The integration can only search for domains using checkdomainavailability to return pricing and premium status. You still need to buy them through the website or standard API.

Q: How does the Namecheap MCP server handle DNS updates?

It uses the setdnshosts tool. This command overwrites all existing records, so Claude will fetch your current records first to ensure nothing gets accidentally deleted.

Manage your domains, DNS records, and SSL certificates directly from Claude Desktop.

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Audit domains and account balance

Use `get_domains` and `get_domain_info` to pull your entire Namecheap portfolio into Claude Desktop. You ask your AI client for a status report, and it reads the live expiration dates and lock statuses straight from the registrar. Instead of clicking through a web dashboard, you get a text summary of exactly what needs renewal. You can also run `get_balance` to make sure your account has enough funds before auto-renew kicks in.

Read and write DNS records

The `get_dns_hosts` tool fetches your current A, CNAME, and TXT records for any specific domain. You see the exact configuration currently active on the Namecheap nameservers. If you need to update a record, your agent uses `set_dns_hosts` to push the new JSON array of records. This replaces the whole zone file, so your agent automatically pulls the existing records first, appends your changes, and writes the complete set back to the MCP Server.

Track SSL certificate expiration

Run `get_ssl_certs` to check the activation status and expiration dates of your SSL certificates. Claude reads the list and tells you which ones expire this month. For deeper troubleshooting, `get_ssl_info` pulls the detailed metadata for a single certificate. You get the exact validation requirements without having to dig through support emails.

Setup guide

Set up Namecheap 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 Namecheap 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 Namecheap 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 namecheap-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Namecheap MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your claude_desktop_config.json file. Add the server command and your Namecheap API credentials under the mcpServers key, then restart the application.

No. The integration can only search for domains using `check_domain_availability` to return pricing and premium status. You still need to buy them through the website or standard API.

It uses the `set_dns_hosts` tool. This command overwrites all existing records, so Claude will fetch your current records first to ensure nothing gets accidentally deleted.

Your API key might lack the correct billing permissions. Verify your credentials in the configuration file and ensure your IP address is whitelisted in the Namecheap developer console.

It accesses your domain lists, DNS zone files, SSL certificate metadata, and account balance. Your API credentials stay local to your machine, ensuring Claude Desktop only reads the exact infrastructure data you request.

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