How to Use the Tyk MCP in Cline

Q: How does Cline manage API definitions within Tyk?

Cline uses the createapidefinition and listapis tools. It reads the definitions, allowing you to check for missing endpoints or add entirely new ones without leaving your editor.

Q: Can I audit my security policies using Cline with Tyk?

Yep. You use getpolicy to pull up details on a specific policy, or you can review all existing rules by calling listapis first. It's great for pre-deployment checks.

Q: If I need to delete an API key using Cline and Tyk?

You simply execute the deletekey command, passing the necessary gateway secret. This ensures that old or compromised keys are removed cleanly as part of your cleanup routine.

Q: Is it possible to create an organization key using Cline?

Yes, you can call createorgkey. This is useful when setting up a new project environment and needing high-level access credentials for the whole team.

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Enforce security policies for new code

To define a policy, call `create_policy` to write out the required ruleset. You can then test or modify these controls using `get_policy` and `update_policy`. This lets you hard-code security requirements into your development workflow right in VS Code.

Manage API definitions for deployment

If you need to see what's available, run `list_apis`. If the API isn't there yet, use `create_api_definition` to write and commit the new definition file. Cline handles this entire lifecycle: defining it, and then verifying its existence.

Handle credential creation and rotation

Need a new user key? Use `create_key`. If you're updating an existing one, `update_key` modifies the session object. For broader access control, `create_org_key` establishes organization-level credentials. This keeps your local development environment current with production security standards.

Setup guide

Set up Tyk 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 tyk-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 Tyk 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": {
    "tyk-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Tyk MCP in Cline

Cline uses the `create_api_definition` and `list_apis` tools. It reads the definitions, allowing you to check for missing endpoints or add entirely new ones without leaving your editor.

Yep. You use `get_policy` to pull up details on a specific policy, or you can review all existing rules by calling `list_apis` first. It's great for pre-deployment checks.

You simply execute the `delete_key` command, passing the necessary gateway secret. This ensures that old or compromised keys are removed cleanly as part of your cleanup routine.

Yes, you can call `create_org_key`. This is useful when setting up a new project environment and needing high-level access credentials for the whole team.

This server primarily handles security policies. These policies determine who can do what with your APIs, acting as the governance layer over all your services.

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