How do I obtain my Zoho WorkDrive Client ID and Secret?

Go to the [**Zoho API Console**](https://api-console.zoho.com/), register a new 'Server-based Application', and generate your credentials by providing the required redirect URI.

Can the AI agent permanently delete files from my WorkDrive?

Yes, the agent has access to the `delete_file` tool. Use it with caution as it will remove the specified file or folder from your storage.

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Zoho WorkDrive MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 12 tools to Create Folder, Create Share Link, Delete File, and more

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Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Zoho WorkDrive as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.

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claude mcp add zoho-workdrive --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"

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About Zoho WorkDrive MCP Server

Integrate your Zoho WorkDrive cloud storage into your AI workflows to streamline file management and team collaboration through natural conversation.

Claude Code registers Zoho WorkDrive as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 12 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Zoho WorkDrive data drives decisions without human intervention.

What you can do

File & Folder Operations — List, rename, and delete files or folders across your storage with simple commands.
Team Collaboration — Access team folders (workspaces) and manage user permissions programmatically.
External Sharing — Generate and track external share links for secure file distribution to clients or partners.
User Insights — Retrieve profile details and monitor recently accessed or modified files to stay on top of team activity.

The Zoho WorkDrive MCP Server exposes 12 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 12 Zoho WorkDrive tools available for Claude Code

When Claude Code connects to Zoho WorkDrive through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning file-management, team-folders, cloud-storage, and more. Every call is secured with network, filesystem, subprocess, and code evaluation entitlements inside a sandboxed runtime. Beyond a simple connection, you get a full AI Gateway with real-time visibility into agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.

create_folder

Create a new folder

create_share_link

Create a new share link

delete_file

Delete a file or folder

get_file_metadata

Get file or folder metadata

get_my_profile

Get current user profile

list_file_permissions

List file permissions

list_files

List files and folders

list_recent_files

List recently accessed files

list_share_links

List external share links

list_team_folders

List team folders (workspaces)

list_teams

List all teams

rename_file

Rename a file or folder

Connect Zoho WorkDrive to Claude Code via MCP

Follow these steps to wire Zoho WorkDrive into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind the Vinkius.

Install Claude Code

Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed

Add the MCP Server

Run the command above in your terminal

Verify the connection

Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session

Start using Zoho WorkDrive

Ask Claude: "Using Zoho WorkDrive, show me...". 12 tools are ready

Why Use Claude Code with the Zoho WorkDrive MCP Server

Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Zoho WorkDrive through the Model Context Protocol.

Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart

Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks

Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Zoho WorkDrive tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts

Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features

Zoho WorkDrive + Claude Code Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Zoho WorkDrive MCP Server delivers measurable value.

CI/CD integration: embed Zoho WorkDrive tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping

Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Zoho WorkDrive nightly and generate reports without human intervention

Shell scripting: pipe Zoho WorkDrive outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation

Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Zoho WorkDrive status endpoints and alert on anomalies

Example Prompts for Zoho WorkDrive in Claude Code

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Zoho WorkDrive immediately.

"Create a new folder named 'Q4 Marketing Assets' inside the root directory and list the contents to confirm it was created."

"Generate a new external share link for the 'Client Proposal v2.pdf' file so I can send it to the external vendor."

"Show me the workspaces for the 'Engineering Team' and check who has access permissions to the 'Architecture Specs' folder."

Troubleshooting Zoho WorkDrive MCP Server with Claude Code

Common issues when connecting Zoho WorkDrive to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Command not found: claude

Ensure Claude Code is installed globally: npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code

Connection timeout

Check your internet connection and verify the Edge URL is reachable

Zoho WorkDrive + Claude Code FAQ

Common questions about integrating Zoho WorkDrive MCP Server with Claude Code.

How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?

Run claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.

Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?

Yes. Claude Code supports non-interactive execution, making it ideal for scripts, cron jobs, and CI/CD pipelines that need MCP tool access.

How do I list all connected MCP servers?

Run claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.