How to Use the Nutshell CRM MCP in Cline
Cline handles your sales data. Connect your Nutshell CRM account to manage leads and contacts within your VS Code workflow.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Nutshell CRM MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect Nutshell CRM to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Cline executes deep CRM lookups
Give Cline a task to update a client record, and it runs `get_account_details` or `get_contact_details` immediately. It doesn't ask for permission if the tool is available. You see the exact output of every request in the terminal. It's built for developers who need raw data access.
Full search power for Cline
Use `universal_search` to jump straight to the records you need. Cline queries your entire CRM instance and pulls the relevant data into your project. It removes the need for manual navigation. You get the details and move on to coding.
Manage CRM activities with Cline
Need to log a call or email? Cline uses `list_activity_types` to check your current requirements before committing data. It keeps your CRM logs consistent. You just tell it the outcome, and it handles the API interaction.
Set up Nutshell CRM 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
nutshell-crm-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 Nutshell CRM refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
{
"mcpServers": {
"nutshell-crm-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 Nutshell CRM. 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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Every tool your AI connects to, managed from a single screen. One account, complete control.
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