How to Use the zrok (Open-Source Tunnel) MCP in Claude

Q: How do I use zrok (Open-Source Tunnel) with Claude Desktop?

You configure the MCP Server by adding it to the claudedesktopconfig.json file, pointing it at your local stdio server command. This makes the tunneling tools available right in the native desktop app.

Q: What happens if I use zrok (Open-Source Tunnel) with Claude Desktop to list shares?

The tool calls listshares and sends back a JSON array detailing every active share name and its status, allowing your agent to know exactly what services are currently exposed.

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Expose Local Dev Servers to Your AI Client

You can point your local dev servers—like a database running on localhost—directly to your agent. The MCP Server handles the tunneling, letting tools like `create_share` make those private resources visible. This setup means you don't have to manually run tunnels in another window; your AI client just interacts with the exposed port via the tunnel.

Manage All Active Tunnels and Shares

It’s simple to see exactly what’s running. Use `list_shares` to check all active tunnels or `get_share` if you need details on a specific one. Need to shut something down? Just call `delete_share`. These tools keep your MCP Server clean and prevent rogue services from hanging around when you're done testing.

Handle Accounts and Environment Setup

Before anything else, you need to get authenticated. Run `login_account` to grab your token or use `register_account` if this is your first time. You can also check out your limits with `get_account`. Furthermore, the server lets you control which environments are active using `enable_environment` and `disable_environment`; that gives you granular control over what your AI client sees.

Setup guide

Set up zrok (Open-Source Tunnel) 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 zrok (Open-Source Tunnel) 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 zrok (Open-Source Tunnel) 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 zrok-open-source-tunnel-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "zrok-open-source-tunnel-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about zrok (Open-Source Tunnel) MCP in Claude Desktop

You configure the MCP Server by adding it to the `claude_desktop_config.json` file, pointing it at your local stdio server command. This makes the tunneling tools available right in the native desktop app.

Yes. If you're using the web version of Claude, you plug the public MCP Server HTTPS URL into the Integrations settings. As long as it’s publicly reachable, your agent can connect.

The tool calls `list_shares` and sends back a JSON array detailing every active share name and its status, allowing your agent to know exactly what services are currently exposed.

Not always. While the desktop app supports deep local filesystem access, you can also connect a remote MCP Server URL for use in the web version of Claude.

This server primarily handles network configuration and account details, touching connection tokens and share metadata. It doesn't process user messages or sensitive document content.

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