• VIEW
  • JOIN
  • LEAVE
  • MANUAL

How to manage local node networks with your AI

Connect ZeroTier to your AI client once. After that, you can jump in and out of virtual networks just by asking.

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Short answer

Can I control my ZeroTier networks with AI?

Yes. You can list your active networks, join new ones, or leave existing ones using plain text commands. This gives your AI direct control over your local machine's virtual network interfaces.

Where every action lands.

Network control outcomes

Your AI handles the connectivity logic while you focus on the high-level intent.

VIEW

Network visibility

The AI pulls a list of your current ZeroTier networks so you know exactly what's active on your machine.

JOIN

Instant connectivity

Your agent triggers a join request to a specific network ID, putting your machine on the new segment immediately.

LEAVE

Secure disconnection

The AI removes your machine from a network, cutting off access to those specific local resources.

MANUAL

Human oversight

You retain full control over the ZeroTier dashboard and manual configuration if you need to change advanced settings.

The workflow

What your AI does when the request arrives.

The AI translates your intent into specific network operations.

  1. Audit current state

    The AI checks which networks your machine is currently part of to provide context for your next command.

    list_local_networks

  2. Execute join

    When you ask to connect to a new segment, the AI sends the network ID to ZeroTier to establish the link.

    join_local_network

  3. Execute leave

    If you need to drop a connection, the AI tells the local agent to exit that specific network.

    leave_local_network

  4. Confirm status

    The AI verifies the change by checking the updated network list to ensure the command worked.

    list_local_networks

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to begin managing your connectivity.

Starting points

Replace the network IDs or names with your actual ZeroTier identifiers.

ZeroTier Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_sJ0oIUR6oXRnSwZtVxuS6IMhXBfEiLwYKyosRckm/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 — ZeroTier capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "zerotier-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_sJ0oIUR6oXRnSwZtVxuS6IMhXBfEiLwYKyosRckm/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Show me all the ZeroTier networks I'm currently in.

  • Join the network with ID 8c32a1b2c3d4e5f6.

  • Leave the network named 'Production-VLAN'.

  • Check if I'm connected to the dev-test network.

  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Start here

Connect ZeroTier once, then ask.

One connection links the MCP to your client. Your credentials stay encrypted and secure on our end.

Connect ZeroTier to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves.

  • 01

    Can the AI create new ZeroTier networks?

    No. The AI can only interact with networks that already exist using the available tools.

  • 02

    Will the AI delete my ZeroTier account?

    No. The AI has no tools to manage your ZeroTier account or delete your identity.

  • 03

    Does the AI need my ZeroTier password?

    No. Once you connect the MCP, the AI uses the established connection to run commands.

  • 04

    Can I use this to manage multiple machines?

    The AI only manages the local machine where the ZeroTier agent is running.

  • 05

    Can the AI change my ZeroTier settings?

    No. The AI can only join, leave, or list networks. It cannot modify global configuration files.

  • More questions about ZeroTier? The Connector page answers them. See everything the ZeroTier Connector can do

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