How to Use the Unkey API Management MCP in Claude

Q: Can I list all keys using Unkey API Management and Claude Desktop?

Yep. You use the listapikeys tool to pull a complete roster of keys for any given API ID. This is critical for auditing who has access.

Q: Does Unkey API Management support checking key validity with Claude Desktop?

Absolutely. You run the verifyapikey function to check if a provided key is still active and valid against your system's records.

Q: How do I manage APIs using Unkey API Management in Claude Desktop?

You can first use listapis to see all available endpoints, then use tools like getapidetails or createapikey depending on whether you need info or new credentials.

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Control API Key Lifecycles

The `create_api_key` tool lets you spin up new keys for users instantly. You can also use `revoke_api_key` to delete them permanently, managing access the second it's needed. This control is essential when building anything that needs user authentication. Plus, `update_api_key` means you aren't stuck with outdated credentials; you just fix or change what's there.

Audit and Track Usage Metrics

Need to know how often your APIs are getting used? The `get_verification_analytics` tool pulls usage data for all your keys. You get a clear look at traffic patterns, which is way better than guessing. You can also see everything tied to an API using `list_api_keys`, giving you a full list associated with a specific ID.

Check API Status and Details

Before writing code, check if the endpoint is right. The `get_api_details` tool gives you deep info on any specific API in your Unkey project. It's a quick sanity check. Want to see all the endpoints available? Just run `list_apis`. You get a clean list of everything that lives under your Unkey API Management setup.

Setup guide

Set up Unkey API Management 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 Unkey API Management 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 Unkey API Management 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 unkey-api-management-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Unkey API Management MCP in Claude Desktop

It lets your AI client interact directly with your backend services. You don't have to switch context or copy/paste anything; the tools run locally via stdio transport, keeping everything contained on your machine.

Yep. You use the `list_api_keys` tool to pull a complete roster of keys for any given API ID. This is critical for auditing who has access.

The server manages and verifies user API keys, touching credential identifiers and usage analytics. The toolset focuses on key lifecycle management, not private user content.

Absolutely. You run the `verify_api_key` function to check if a provided key is still active and valid against your system's records.

You can first use `list_apis` to see all available endpoints, then use tools like `get_api_details` or `create_api_key` depending on whether you need info or new credentials.

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