Bring Social Listening
to Claude Code
Create your Vinkius account to connect CrowdTangle to Claude Code and start using all 10 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
Compatible with every major AI agent and IDE
What is the CrowdTangle MCP Server?
Integrate CrowdTangle, the public insights tool from Meta, directly into your AI workflow. Monitor social media trends, track how links are being shared across platforms, and identify high-performing content using natural language.
What you can do
- Post Monitoring — List and search for recent public posts on Facebook, Instagram, and other supported platforms.
- Viral Discovery — Identify overperforming and viral content based on actual vs. expected interaction.
- Link Tracking — See which public accounts and pages have shared specific URLs.
- Leaderboards & Lists — Monitor account leaderboards and manage your custom tracking lists.
How it works
- Connect the CrowdTangle integration to your AI assistant.
- Authorize using your CrowdTangle API Token (found in your dashboard Settings).
- Analyze public social media data and trends through intuitive conversation.
Who is this for?
- Journalists & Newsrooms — Track breaking stories and monitor how news is spreading online.
- Digital Marketers — Identify viral trends and audit competitor engagement strategies.
- Researchers — Analyze public discourse and link sharing patterns across social platforms.
Built-in capabilities (10)
Touches dashboard settings, API rate limits, and workspace configuration boundaries. Retrieve metadata for your CrowdTangle account
Resolves account rankings, total interactions, and average engagement rates. Get engagement leaderboard for accounts in your lists
Resolves which tracked accounts shared the link, their follower counts, and total interactions generated per share. See which accounts have shared a specific URL
Touches reaction breakdowns, share history, and platform-specific metadata boundaries. Get full engagement details for a specific post ID
Resolves "score" metrics (actual vs expected interactions) and associated social media metadata. Get the highest performing posts based on actual vs. expected interaction
Resolves media URLs, content types (Photo, Video), and associated post captions. List recent posts that contain photos or videos
Resolves list IDs, names, platform affiliations, and the number of accounts within each list. List all account lists you are tracking
Resolves post content, platform identifiers (Facebook, Instagram, etc.), account names, and engagement metrics (likes, shares, comments). List recent social media posts tracked by CrowdTangle
Resolves relevant posts, associated accounts, and comparative performance data. Search for posts across platforms using a keyword
Resolves list metadata matching the specified title filter. Search for specific tracking lists by title
Why Claude Code?
Claude Code registers CrowdTangle as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where CrowdTangle data drives decisions without human intervention.
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Single-command setup:
claude mcp addregisters 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
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Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using CrowdTangle tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
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Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
CrowdTangle in Claude Code
Why run CrowdTangle with Vinkius?
The CrowdTangle connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 10 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.

* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
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Generate tokens to authenticate and link external services in a single step.
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Audit live requests, latency, success rates, and active security compliance policies.
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Analyze real-time token consumption and cost metrics detailed by connection.




Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect CrowdTangle using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
CrowdTangle and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect CrowdTangle to Claude Code through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
CrowdTangle for Claude Code
Every request between Claude Code and CrowdTangle is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a CrowdTangle API Token?
Log in to your CrowdTangle dashboard, go to Settings > API, and you will find your API Token there. Ensure your account has API access enabled.
Which social platforms are supported?
CrowdTangle primarily supports Facebook and Instagram public data. It also tracks specific types of data from Reddit and Twitter (limited).
Can the agent see private accounts?
No, CrowdTangle only tracks public posts and data from verified pages, groups, and public accounts. Private profiles are not accessible via this API.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
Run claude mcp add <name> --transport http "<url>" 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.
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