• DIRECT LINKS
  • LISTING
  • AUDIT
  • HUMAN

How to retrieve logistics documents with your AI

Connect Flexport to your AI client to pull specific shipping files without logging into the dashboard manually.

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Short answer

How can I get my Flexport paperwork through AI?

Your AI uses the Flexport MCP to find and download specific files like Bills of Lading or Commercial Invoices. You just name the shipment or document type in chat to get a direct download link.

Document retrieval outcomes

Where your files land

What happens when you ask for paperwork.

DIRECT LINKS

Instant file access

The AI finds the exact document you need and provides a link to download it immediately.

LISTING

Shipment overview

Your agent scans your Flexport account to show you a list of available files for a specific shipment.

AUDIT

Paperwork verification

You can confirm which documents have been issued for a specific container or booking.

HUMAN

Manual intervention

If a document hasn't been uploaded to Flexport yet, you'll need to contact your forwarder directly.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI handles the searching and fetching so you don't have to click through menus.

  1. Locate files

    The AI looks through your Flexport account to find all available paperwork for a specific shipment or order.

    list_documents

  2. Identify specific paperwork

    Once the list is found, the AI identifies the exact Bill of Lading or Invoice you asked for.

    get_document

  3. Generate download link

    The AI pulls the actual file and gives you a link to save it to your computer.

    download_document

  4. Confirm availability

    If the file isn't in the system, the AI tells you it can't find it.

    list_documents

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to trigger the Flexport tools.

Starting points

Swap out the bracketed info for your actual shipment numbers or document names.

Flexport Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_f2LQY2qm6SfEuHLTo4K9KyiSmoDb3VOKl5P1pm0Z/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 — Flexport capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "flexport-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_f2LQY2qm6SfEuHLTo4K9KyiSmoDb3VOKl5P1pm0Z/mcp"
    }
  }
}
Copy into chat04

  • List all the shipping documents for shipment #FX-99281.

  • Find the Commercial Invoice for my latest ocean freight booking.

  • I need the Bill of Lading for the container arriving next Tuesday.

  • Show me all available documents for my recent Flexport orders.

  • Claude
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  • Cursor
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  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Start here

Connect Flexport once, then ask.

Log in to Flexport through the Vinkius interface. Your credentials stay encrypted and you'll be ready to pull files in your preferred AI client immediately.

Connect Flexport to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can my AI edit a Commercial Invoice?

    No. The AI can only retrieve and download existing documents from Flexport.

  • 02

    Can the AI create new shipping orders?

    No. This specific toolset is limited to retrieving and listing existing documents.

  • 03

    How does the AI find the right file?

    It uses the shipment ID or document type you provide to search your Flexport account.

  • 04

    What if the document isn't in Flexport?

    The AI will tell you it cannot find the document. It cannot pull files from your email or other platforms.

  • 05

    Do I need to stay logged into Flexport?

    No. Once you connect the MCP via Vinkius, the connection stays active for your AI client.

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