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Connect ShipBob to ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini

Set it up once and it works in ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and any other client you love. It all runs safely in the background, so you can relax and focus on what really matters. Run your entire supply chain through a chat interface.

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Works with modern AI clients that support MCP, including ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and more.

ChatGPTClaudeCursorPerplexityGeminiMicrosoft CopilotRaycastMeta AI

Your AI does the work. We keep it safe and sound.

No other AI tool gives you this. Your workflow runs in the client you already love, your account stays protected, and you decide what the agent can and cannot do. It is the whole reason to make the switch.

Each Connector lives inside our infrastructure, the same place where your workflow runs. The three things below are already part of it, working quietly in the background so you never have to think about them. Nothing to add, nothing to set up, nothing to worry about.

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V8 Isolate01

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed environment.

Each Connector runs inside its own sealed V8 runtime — no access to your files, your system, or other servers. A Connector never sees past its own request.

Kill Switch02

One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

One action deactivates every Connector, revokes every token, and ends every session at once. AI Governance keeps the record.

FinOps per User03

Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

Every user keeps their own connections and credentials, isolated from everyone else. Anything that would cross your spending limit is held for your approval, not billed.

Three controls, built into the layer your AI connects through.

Curated set · 30 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 08

01-04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 01

    Batch cancel shipments

    This capability cancels multiple shipments in a single command.

  2. 02

    Cancel order

    Use this to cancel a specific order along with its associated shipments.

  3. 03

    Convert variant to bundle

    This capability transforms a single product variant into a bundle.

  4. 04

    Create order

    This capability generates a new fulfillment order in your account.

Capability set02 / 08

05-08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 05

    Create return

    Use this to initiate a new return order (RMA).

  2. 06

    Get order

    This capability retrieves specific order details and current shipment status.

  3. 07

    Get product

    This capability pulls detailed information for a specific product.

  4. 08

    Get receiving labels

    This capability generates PDF box labels for a Warehouse Receiving Order (WRO).

Capability set03 / 08

09-12

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 09

    List invoices

    Use this to see a list of invoices within a specific date range.

  2. 10

    List orders

    This capability lists orders and allows for filtering by status or tracking.

  3. 11

    List returns

    This capability provides a list of all existing return orders.

  4. 12

    Query inventory history

    This capability searches through historical inventory movement events.

Capability set04 / 08

13-16

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 13

    Set external sync receiving

    Use this to mark Warehouse Receiving Orders as synced to your external system.

  2. 14

    Update product

    This capability lets you modify existing product details.

  3. 15

    Update shipment address

    This capability updates the shipping address for a specific shipment.

  4. 16

    Get shipment

    This capability retrieves specific details for a single shipment.

Capability set05 / 08

17-20

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 17

    List inventory

    This capability provides a full list of all inventory items.

  2. 18

    List products

    Use this to list products with various filters applied.

  3. 19

    List product variants

    This capability lists all available variants for a given product.

  4. 20

    List receiving

    This capability displays a list of all Warehouse Receiving Orders (WROs).

Capability set06 / 08

21-24

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 21

    List transaction fees

    This capability lists the different types of fees available.

  2. 22

    Query transactions

    Use this to search through charges and credits.

  3. 23

    Batch update tracking

    This capability marks multiple tracking numbers as synced to your system.

  4. 24

    Create product

    This capability creates a new product including its variants.

Capability set07 / 08

25-27

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 25

    List channels

    This capability lists all sales channels you have access to.

  2. 26

    Create receiving

    Use this to create a new Warehouse Receiving Order (WRO).

  3. 27

    Get inventory levels

    This capability gets the total inventory levels across all your locations.

Capability set08 / 08

28-30

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 30 available through ShipBob.

  1. 28

    Get inventory levels by location

    This capability retrieves inventory levels grouped by specific fulfillment centers.

  2. 29

    Get inventory levels by lot

    Use this to see inventory levels grouped by lot or expiration date.

  3. 30

    Update return

    This capability allows you to modify an existing return order.

Real work

What teams actually run

01

Customer Support Resolution

A customer asks for a tracking number, and you get it instantly via your agent.

02

Inventory Auditing

You need to know exactly how many units of a specific SKU are in a specific warehouse.

03

Order Corrections

You realize a shipping address is wrong and tell your agent to fix it immediately.

04

Warehouse Receiving

You create a new WRO and pull the necessary labels for the incoming shipment.

Automate a task

Put ShipBob to work on one thing.

Step-by-step automations your AI runs through this Connector: the workflow, the prompts to start with, and the exact capabilities behind each move.

One connector, every AI

ShipBob works with the most popular AI clients.

These are the most popular clients, each with a step-by-step guide: one link, set up once, with governance and visibility built in. And because everything runs on the MCP standard, the same connection also works in any other compatible client — nothing to rebuild.

ClaudeClaudeChatGPTChatGPTGeminiGeminiPerplexityPerplexityGrokGrokMicrosoft CopilotMicrosoft CopilotCursorCursorVS CodeVS CodeWindsurfWindsurfJetBrainsJetBrainsClineClineLangChainLangChainVercel AI SDKVercel AI SDKLovableLovableZ.aiZ.aiRaycastRaycastQwen CodeQwen CodeKimi CodeKimi CodeLe ChatLe Chat

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

You don't need a client to put ShipBob to work: the same hosted connection plugs into your own applications and agent code, with the same governance on every request. Build with it, chat with it — one connection for both.

Observed, not estimated

1125ms average. Fast in production.

ShipBob is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1392ms
Oct 3Today
Fastest day
875ms
Slowest day
1392ms
14-day trend
Improving-5%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 30 capabilities arrive ready to run.

Preview access · not provider authentication

The vk_preview_* token belongs to Vinkius preview infrastructure. It lets Claude discover and display the capabilities of ShipBob, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

It does not authenticate your account with ShipBob. Actions requiring credentials or live account data may not run until you activate the Connector and authorize the service.

ShipBob Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LFVFc20wF8D2NsH4deFrBXqmc1ZuC6zcyO8sYlPb/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — ShipBob capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shipbob-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LFVFc20wF8D2NsH4deFrBXqmc1ZuC6zcyO8sYlPb/mcp"
    }
  }
}
  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Step-by-step instructions for each client are in the guide. How to connect

Guided setup for Claude? Set up ShipBob in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work ShipBob owners hand off.

This MCP is built for anyone managing e-commerce logistics who wants to move faster than a dashboard allows.

  • 01

    E-commerce Owners

    Check stock and order status without digging through complex settings.

  • 02

    Customer Support Teams

    Resolve inquiries by instantly getting tracking numbers or updating addresses.

  • 03

    Operations Managers

    Monitor warehouse receiving and inventory history to keep the supply chain moving.

FAQ

Questions ShipBob owners ask.

  • 01

    How do I connect my ShipBob account?

    You subscribe to the MCP on Vinkius and enter your ShipBob API Token. Once connected, your AI client can immediately start interacting with your account.

  • 02

    Which AI clients can I use with this MCP?

    You can use any MCP-compatible client, including Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf.

  • 03

    Can I update shipping addresses through the AI?

    Yes, you can use the update shipment address capability to change delivery details through your agent.

  • 04

    Does this MCP support inventory tracking?

    Yes, it includes capabilities to list inventory, check levels by location, and query historical inventory movements.

  • 05

    Can I manage product bundles?

    Yes, you can use the capability to convert existing product variants into bundles.

  • 06

    Can I check the status of a specific order using its ID?

    Yes! Use the get_order capability with the Order ID. Your agent will return the current fulfillment status, tracking information, and shipment details associated with that order.

  • 07

    How do I see current inventory levels across different warehouse locations?

    You can use the get_inventory_levels_by_location capability. It provides a breakdown of on-hand, fulfillable, and committed inventory for each ShipBob fulfillment center.

  • 08

    Is it possible to cancel an order through the AI agent?

    Yes, if the order is in a cancellable state, you can use the cancel_order capability by providing the Order ID to stop the fulfillment process.

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