Compatible with every major AI agent and IDE
What is the Kapwing MCP Server?
Connect your Kapwing account to any AI agent to automate your video production and media rendering workflows through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Automated Rendering — Initiate complex video or image renders using project JSON definitions including layers, text, and dimensions
- Status Tracking — Monitor the real-time progress of your renders and retrieve download URLs once processing is complete
- Asset Management — List and browse all renders associated with your account to keep track of your media history
- Webhook Integration — Optionally receive notifications at a specific URL when your media is ready
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Kapwing API Key
- Start generating and managing media from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
No more manual editing for repetitive tasks. Your AI acts as a video engineer, handling the rendering pipeline for you.
Who is this for?
- Content Creators — automate the generation of repetitive video formats or social media assets
- Developers — integrate video rendering capabilities into your apps without leaving your coding environment
- Marketing Teams — scale content production by generating localized or personalized videos from templates
Built-in capabilities (3)
The project definition includes width, height, and layers (video, text, etc.). Initiates the rendering process for a project
) and download URL for a specific render ID. Retrieves the current status of a render
Returns a list of all renders associated with your account
Why Claude Code?
Claude Code registers Kapwing as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 3 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Kapwing data drives decisions without human intervention.
- —
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
- —
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Kapwing 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
Kapwing in Claude Code
Kapwing and 4,000+ other MCP servers. One platform. One governance layer.
Teams that connect Kapwing to Claude Code through Vinkius don't need to source, host, or maintain individual MCP servers. Every tool call runs inside a hardened runtime with credential isolation, DLP, and a signed audit chain.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Server catalog | Find and host yourself | 4,000+ managed |
| Infrastructure | Self-hosted | Sandboxed V8 isolates |
| Credential handling | Plaintext in config | Vault + runtime injection |
| Data loss prevention | None | Configurable DLP policies |
| Kill switch | None | Global instant shutdown |
| Financial circuit breakers | None | Per-server limits + alerts |
| Audit trail | None | Ed25519 signed logs |
| SIEM log streaming | None | Splunk, Datadog, Webhook |
| Honeytokens | None | Canary alerts on leak |
| Custom domains | Not applicable | DNS challenge verified |
| GDPR compliance | Manual effort | Automated purge + export |
Why teams choose Vinkius for Kapwing in Claude Code
The Kapwing MCP Server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS — a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts. All 3 tools execute in hardened sandboxes optimized for native MCP execution.
Your AI agents in Claude Code only access the data you authorize, with DLP that blocks sensitive information from ever reaching the model, kill switch for instant shutdown, and up to 60% token savings. Enterprise-grade infrastructure, zero maintenance.

* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
How Vinkius secures
Kapwing for Claude Code
Every tool call from Claude Code to the Kapwing MCP Server is protected by DLP redaction, cryptographic audit chains, V8 sandbox isolation, kill switch, and financial circuit breakers.
Frequently asked questions
How can I check if my video render is finished?
You can use the get_render_status tool by providing your unique Render ID. The agent will return the current status (e.g., 'completed') and the download URL if it's ready.
Can I start a new render using a JSON project definition?
Yes! Use the create_render action. You just need to provide the project object containing dimensions and layers. You can also specify a webhookUrl for automated notifications.
Is it possible to see a history of all my renders?
Absolutely. The list_renders tool fetches all renders associated with your authenticated account, allowing the AI to summarize or find specific past projects.
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.
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
Explore More MCP Servers
View all →
Make.com Webhook Trigger
1 toolsThis MCP does exactly one thing: it sends JSON payloads to Make.com Webhooks. That's its only function. Incredible for connecting AI agents to thousands of visual automation workflows instantly.

Unkey API Management
8 toolsManage and verify your user API keys via Unkey — create, revoke, and track usage directly from any AI agent.

Beehiiv
10 toolsAutomate newsletter management via Beehiiv — manage publications, subscribers, analytics, and posts natively with your AI agent.

Amplemarket
8 toolsSales automation and lead generation — manage sequences, leads, and custom signals via AI.
