How to Use the Shipday MCP in Claude

Q: What happens when I check Shipday tracking progress with Claude Desktop?

The server executes the gettrackingprogress function and returns live status updates. This means you see real-time data without leaving your chat environment.

Q: Can Claude Desktop help me manage multiple Shipday orders?

Yep. You can use listactiveorders to pull up a list of all ongoing shipments. The agent can then pick specific jobs, like getting details with getorder, for you.

Manage last-mile logistics directly in Claude Desktop, keeping your code and chat running smoothly.

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Real-Time Tracking Status

Use `get_tracking_progress` to see exactly where a delivery is right now. It pulls live data for the order from the field, so you don't have to manually check GPS trackers. You can also use `list_active_orders` to get a quick snapshot of all deliveries currently running in your network.

Order Lifecycle Management

Need to start a new run? The `create_order` tool lets you log a full delivery job, including customer details and the restaurant info. You'll get an order number back immediately. You can also use `delete_order` if a client cancels before dispatching, keeping your records clean.

Driver and Inventory Lookup

The `list_drivers` tool gives you a roster of every available driver. This helps the agent know who's on shift. If an order needs assigning, calling `assign_driver` connects that job to a specific person in the system.

Setup guide

Set up Shipday 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 Shipday 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 Shipday 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 shipday-mcp.

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

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Common questions about Shipday MCP in Claude Desktop

Your AI client uses this server to execute backend logistics tasks. For example, you can ask it to list all active orders or assign a specific job to a driver using `assign_driver`.

The server executes the `get_tracking_progress` function and returns live status updates. This means you see real-time data without leaving your chat environment.

Yep. You can use `list_active_orders` to pull up a list of all ongoing shipments. The agent can then pick specific jobs, like getting details with `get_order`, for you.

Yes. All interactions are managed through Vinkius's zero-trust architecture. The server handles data requests, ensuring your connection remains private and reliable.

This server touches operational logistics data, specifically order numbers, customer names, and real-time GPS tracking coordinates.

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