Bring Compute Instances
to Claude Code
Create your Vinkius account to connect DigitalOcean 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.
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What is the DigitalOcean MCP Server?
Integrate DigitalOcean, the leading cloud infrastructure provider, directly into your AI workflow. Manage your compute instances (Droplets), monitor block storage and DNS domains, track managed databases, and oversee your App Platform services using natural language.
What you can do
- Compute Oversight — List and retrieve detailed configuration for all your Droplets, including IP addresses and resource status.
- Storage & Networking — Monitor block storage volumes and manage DNS domains directly via chat.
- Managed Databases — Track your database clusters (Postgres, MySQL, Redis) and their technical metadata.
- App Platform Monitoring — Oversee your deployed applications and their active deployment states across projects.
How it works
- Connect the DigitalOcean integration to your AI assistant.
- Authorize using your DigitalOcean Personal Access Token (found in your API settings).
- Orchestrate your cloud infrastructure and resources through intuitive conversation.
Who is this for?
- DevOps Engineers — Quickly check Droplet status and network configurations on the go.
- Cloud Architects — Monitor resource allocation and database health via chat.
- System Administrators — Audit cloud projects and firewall rules during maintenance or incident response.
Built-in capabilities (10)
Retrieve metadata and limits for your DigitalOcean account
Get detailed information for a specific Droplet
List all applications deployed on DigitalOcean App Platform
List all block storage volumes across your account
List all cloud firewalls and their associated rules
List all logical projects used to group resources
List all compute instances (Droplets) in your DigitalOcean account
List all DNS domains managed in DigitalOcean
List all managed database clusters (Postgres, MySQL, Redis, etc.)
Search for a Droplet using a name keyword
Why Claude Code?
Claude Code registers DigitalOcean 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 DigitalOcean 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 DigitalOcean 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
DigitalOcean in Claude Code
Why run DigitalOcean with Vinkius?
The DigitalOcean 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
Over 4,000 integrations ready for AI agents
Explore a vast library of pre-built integrations, optimized and ready to deploy.
Connect securely in under 30 seconds
Generate tokens to authenticate and link external services in a single step.
Complete visibility into every agent action
Audit live requests, latency, success rates, and active security compliance policies.
Optimize spending and track token ROI
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 DigitalOcean using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
DigitalOcean and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect DigitalOcean 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
DigitalOcean for Claude Code
Every request between Claude Code and DigitalOcean 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 DigitalOcean Personal Access Token?
Log in to your DigitalOcean account, navigate to the API section in the sidebar, and under the Tokens/Keys tab, click Generate New Token. Ensure you select the 'read' or 'write' scopes as needed.
Can the agent reboot a Droplet?
This integration currently focuses on listing and auditing infrastructure resources. Power actions like rebooting or resizing should be managed via the DigitalOcean control panel or CLI.
Is the App Platform supported?
Yes, you can use the list_app_platform_services tool to monitor your applications deployed on DigitalOcean's App Platform and check their current deployment status.
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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