How do I connect Zenodo to my AI client?

You subscribe to the MCP on Vinkius and enter your Zenodo Personal Access Token. Once connected, you can use it in any compatible client like Claude or Cursor.

Can I delete a deposition once it is published?

No. You can only delete unpublished depositions. Once a deposition is published, it cannot be deleted.

What kind of files can I upload?

The capability allows you to upload text files to a deposition, though you can manage various files within your research packages.

Do I need to use the Zenodo website to update metadata?

No. You can update titles, creators, descriptions, and licenses directly through your AI agent using this MCP.

Is this compatible with VS Code?

Yes, this MCP works with any MCP-compatible client, including VS Code.

Can I delete a deposition that has already been published?

No. The delete_deposition capability only works for unpublished depositions. Once a record is published on Zenodo, it is permanent to ensure scientific traceability.

How can I search for public datasets about a specific topic?

You can use the list_records capability with a search query. For example, ask the agent to 'Search Zenodo records for climate change' and it will return matching public entries.

Is it possible to see which files are included in a deposition before downloading them?

Yes! Use the list_deposition_files capability with the Deposition ID. The agent will provide a list of all filenames and metadata associated with that specific deposition.

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Connect Zenodo 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. Handle research depositions and metadata through natural conversation.

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

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.

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 · 14 capabilities

We ship only the actions that matter.

Capability set01 / 04

01-04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 14 available through Zenodo.

01
Create deposition
This capability starts a new Zenodo deposition. You can include metadata during the creation process.
02
Delete deposition
This capability removes an unpublished Zenodo deposition. You cannot use this on records that are already published.
03
Get deposition
This capability retrieves the full details of a specific Zenodo deposition using its ID.
04
Get record
This capability fetches a specific published Zenodo record by its unique ID.

Capability set02 / 04

05-08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 14 available through Zenodo.

05
List depositions
This capability returns a list of your Zenodo depositions.
06
List records
This capability searches the Zenodo database to find published records.
07
New version deposition
This capability creates a new version of an existing Zenodo deposition.
08
Update deposition
This capability modifies the details of an existing Zenodo deposition.

Capability set03 / 04

09-11

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 14 available through Zenodo.

09
Edit deposition
This capability allows you to make changes to a published Zenodo deposition.
10
List deposition files
This capability shows all files attached to a specific Zenodo deposition.
11
Publish deposition
This capability makes an unpublished deposition live on Zenodo. Note that published depositions cannot be deleted.

Capability set04 / 04

12-14

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 14 available through Zenodo.

12
Upload deposition file
This capability uploads a text file to a specific Zenodo deposition.
13
Delete deposition file
This capability removes a specific file from a Zenodo deposition.
14
Discard deposition
This capability cancels any recent edits made to a Zenodo deposition.

Real work

What teams actually run

Automated Data Archiving

A researcher tells their agent to create a deposition and upload a CSV file directly from their local directory.

Rapid Literature and Data Search

A scientist searches for specific datasets related to a new topic using their AI client.

Metadata Maintenance

An academic updates the license or description of a published record through a quick chat command.

Version Management

A user creates a new version of a dataset to reflect updated findings.

Automate a task

Put Zenodo 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

Zenodo 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.

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

You don't need a client to put Zenodo 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

1111ms average. Fast in production.

Zenodo is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1303ms

Oct 3Today

Fastest day: 838ms
Slowest day: 1303ms
14-day trend: Improving-10%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 14 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 Zenodo, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

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

Zenodo Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yWiQbX1r2ufIXB35jGua6AzTtIHwHneC0nVPdaqJ/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
3Click Add and start a new chat — Zenodo capabilities are ready to use.

Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "zenodo-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_yWiQbX1r2ufIXB35jGua6AzTtIHwHneC0nVPdaqJ/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 Zenodo in Claude and other AIs

See all the AI clients this connector works with ↑

Who it's for

Built for the work Zenodo owners hand off.

This MCP is built for professionals working with open science and large research datasets.

01
Researchers
They use the AI to draft depositions and manage metadata without leaving their writing capabilities.
02
Data Scientists
They automate the retrieval and listing of datasets directly from their code editors.
03
Open Science Advocates
They use the search capabilities to find and share research artifacts easily.

FAQ

Questions Zenodo owners ask.

01
How do I connect Zenodo to my AI client?
You subscribe to the MCP on Vinkius and enter your Zenodo Personal Access Token. Once connected, you can use it in any compatible client like Claude or Cursor.
02
Can I delete a deposition once it is published?
No. You can only delete unpublished depositions. Once a deposition is published, it cannot be deleted.
03
What kind of files can I upload?
The capability allows you to upload text files to a deposition, though you can manage various files within your research packages.
04
Do I need to use the Zenodo website to update metadata?
No. You can update titles, creators, descriptions, and licenses directly through your AI agent using this MCP.
05
Is this compatible with VS Code?
Yes, this MCP works with any MCP-compatible client, including VS Code.
06
Can I delete a deposition that has already been published?
No. The delete_deposition capability only works for unpublished depositions. Once a record is published on Zenodo, it is permanent to ensure scientific traceability.
07
How can I search for public datasets about a specific topic?
You can use the list_records capability with a search query. For example, ask the agent to 'Search Zenodo records for climate change' and it will return matching public entries.
08
Is it possible to see which files are included in a deposition before downloading them?
Yes! Use the list_deposition_files capability with the Deposition ID. The agent will provide a list of all filenames and metadata associated with that specific deposition.

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One switch stops every agent. Instantly.

Spending limits that pause instead of surprise.

We ship only the actions that matter.

01-04

Create deposition

Delete deposition

Get deposition

Get record

05-08

List depositions

List records

New version deposition

Update deposition

09-11

Edit deposition

List deposition files

Publish deposition

12-14

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How do I connect Zenodo to my AI client?

Can I delete a deposition once it is published?

What kind of files can I upload?

Do I need to use the Zenodo website to update metadata?

Is this compatible with VS Code?

Can I delete a deposition that has already been published?

How can I search for public datasets about a specific topic?

Is it possible to see which files are included in a deposition before downloading them?

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