How to Use the Namely MCP in Cline

Q: Can Cline build custom reports using Namely data?

Absolutely. Cline calls listreports to grab existing Namely HR data, then writes the parser scripts to format it into CSVs or charts inside your workspace.

Q: What tools does the Namely MCP Server expose to Cline?

The server exposes 10 tools to Cline, including listannouncements for company updates, listgroups for office locations, and getprofile for individual records.

Q: Can I filter profiles by department using Cline?

Yes. Cline uses listteams to find the correct Namely team ID, then filters the directory to pull only the relevant engineering or marketing profiles.

Let Cline build dashboards, sync directories, and manage Namely HRIS data directly from your VS Code workspace.

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Generate Live Employee Directories

Cline doesn't just fetch your Namely data; it builds the frontend for it. Tell Cline to write a directory component inside VS Code, and it will call `list_profiles` and `list_jobs` to populate the UI with actual employee details. It writes the React or Vue code, imports the live Namely data, and runs local tests to verify the integration. You get a working directory dashboard built on real-time HR data without writing a single line of boilerplate in Cline.

Sync Custom Fields with Local Codebases

Keeping your local database models in sync with Namely custom fields is usually a nightmare. This MCP Server lets Cline run `list_fields` to see exactly what custom data points your HR team has set up in Namely. Cline reads that Namely schema and automatically updates your TypeScript interfaces or database migrations in VS Code. It bridges the gap between your live HR system and your codebase with zero manual copy-pasting.

Build Automated Anniversary Trackers in Cline

Let Cline write and test a Slack bot or notification service that monitors Namely team milestones. By querying `list_events` and `get_profile` using the Namely MCP Server, Cline collects upcoming milestones and maps them to specific employee records. It writes the cron job, mocks the test cases, and packages the service inside your workspace. You end up with a fully functional milestone tracker connected to live Namely data, created entirely by Cline.

Setup guide

Set up Namely MCP in Cline

Prerequisites

VS Code with Cline extension installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Cline MCP settings

Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
2

Add a remote server

Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type namely-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable the server

After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
4

Start using tools

Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Namely refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.

Cline MCP Settings

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

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Common questions about Namely MCP in Cline

You can install the Namely MCP Server with a single click in the Cline sidebar inside VS Code. Once connected, Cline instantly gains access to tools like `list_profiles` and `get_team`.

Absolutely. Cline calls `list_reports` to grab existing Namely HR data, then writes the parser scripts to format it into CSVs or charts inside your workspace.

The server exposes 10 tools to Cline, including `list_announcements` for company updates, `list_groups` for office locations, and `get_profile` for individual records.

Yes. Cline uses `list_teams` to find the correct Namely team ID, then filters the directory to pull only the relevant engineering or marketing profiles.

Yes, your Namely employee profiles and HRIS data are fetched on-demand. The connection runs through Cline using our secure MCP protocol, ensuring your sensitive HR records never touch external storage.

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