How to Use the Shippo MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How does Shippo help with rate checking in VS Code Copilot?

You use the createshipmentgetrates tool to get live cost comparisons. The agent mode injects these rates into your workspace, allowing developers to calculate shipping costs without leaving VS Code.

Q: Can I audit label purchases with Shippo and VS Code Copilot?

Yes. Use listpurchasedlabels to generate a clear record of every transaction. This helps the whole team manage their spending against expected budgets.

Q: What data does Shippo touch regarding customs documentation in VS Code Copilot?

The server manages customs items and declarations using tools like listcustomsitems and listcustomsdeclarations. This ensures the team handles international compliance correctly.

Q: How do I track packages with Shippo and VS Code Copilot?

Simply call trackpackagestatus in your chat. Your agent pulls real-time, status updates for any package number into the side panel, giving instant visibility to everyone on the team.

Q: What kind of data privacy is handled by Shippo on VS Code Copilot?

The server primarily handles shipping addresses and customs records. Always ensure that any address manipulation starts with createandvalidateaddress to maintain clean, compliant data across the team.

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Track Team Shipments

For visibility, your team can use `track_package_status` to check any shipment. It pulls real-time status updates from the carrier directly into the chat panel. You don't need individual logins; the tool centralizes tracking. Additionally, running `list_recent_shipments` gives everyone an immediate overview of what was shipped and when, keeping team records clean.

Manage Label Transactions

To manage spending, run `list_purchased_labels`. This shows every label bought through Shippo. It's great for auditing purposes across the whole engineering team. Need to check historical records? Use `list_all_shipping_transactions` (or similar) alongside `list_connected_carriers` to ensure all accounts are properly linked and visible.

Centralize Address Management

Stop using hardcoded values. The team should use `list_saved_addresses` first, then run `create_and_validate_address`. This ensures that every developer uses the most current and correct version of a client's address. It prevents those nasty bugs caused by typos or outdated zip codes.

Setup guide

Set up Shippo 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.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Shippo 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 Shippo tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Shippo transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Shippo MCP in VS Code Copilot

You use the `create_shipment_get_rates` tool to get live cost comparisons. The agent mode injects these rates into your workspace, allowing developers to calculate shipping costs without leaving VS Code.

Yes. Use `list_purchased_labels` to generate a clear record of every transaction. This helps the whole team manage their spending against expected budgets.

The server manages **customs items** and declarations using tools like `list_customs_items` and `list_customs_declarations`. This ensures the team handles international compliance correctly.

Simply call `track_package_status` in your chat. Your agent pulls real-time, status updates for any package number into the side panel, giving instant visibility to everyone on the team.

The server primarily handles **shipping addresses** and customs records. Always ensure that any address manipulation starts with `create_and_validate_address` to maintain clean, compliant data across the team.

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