Coinbase Connector for AI agents.
8 live capabilities
Get real-time cryptocurrency prices and exchange rates for your trades.
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Why people use Coinbase
Coinbase for Real-Time Crypto Market Data
This Connector changes that by bringing the data to you. You just ask your agent for the current buy price or a comparison of three different assets, and the info appears instantly. You get a clear picture of the market without the tab-switching fatigue.
What Vinkius changes
You get live market data in your workspace without any manual lookups.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
Checking real entry costs
A trader wants to know the exact cost of buying 1 BTC right now including fees.
- Real-world use case 02
Comparing multiple assets
An investor needs to compare the current prices of BTC, ETH, and SOL in a single list.
- Real-world use case 03
Building a price dashboard
A developer wants to know the list of all supported fiat currencies for a new app feature.
Complete set · 8capabilities
The complete Coinbase capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Coinbase.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through Coinbase.
- 01 Capability
Get currencies
Lists all supported crypto and fiat currencies with their names and codes. Use this to see what assets are available.
- 02 Capability
Get buy price
Returns the total price including Coinbase fees for a specific pair. Use this to see the real cost of an entry.
- 03 Capability
Get exchange rates
Provides current conversion rates between different currencies. It's perfect for quick fiat to crypto math.
- 04 Capability
Get payment methods
Shows your bank accounts, debit cards, and other payment options. This helps you see how you can fund your account.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 8 available through Coinbase.
- 05 Capability
Get public prices
Fetches buy, sell, and spot prices for multiple pairs at once. It's the fastest way to compare different assets side-by-side.
- 06 Capability
Get sell price
Shows the total price you'd receive for a sale including fees. This helps you calculate your actual take-home amount.
- 07 Capability
Get spot price
Retrieves the mid-market price without the buy and sell spread. Use this for a clean price point or historical data.
- 08 Capability
Get time
Returns the current time from the Coinbase API. This helps sync your requests with the exchange's clock.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Coinbase to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Coinbase from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_emIsWLuZxycsC9rM9J8tF2ukLNtGpTXKvgfQ9U1Y/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Coinbase, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Coinbase for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_emIsWLuZxycsC9rM9J8tF2ukLNtGpTXKvgfQ9U1Y/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Coinbase URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Coinbase in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coinbase": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_emIsWLuZxycsC9rM9J8tF2ukLNtGpTXKvgfQ9U1Y/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Coinbase
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Coinbase, help me...". 8 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coinbase": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_emIsWLuZxycsC9rM9J8tF2ukLNtGpTXKvgfQ9U1Y/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Coinbase
Ask Copilot: "Using Coinbase, help me...". 8 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coinbase": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_emIsWLuZxycsC9rM9J8tF2ukLNtGpTXKvgfQ9U1Y/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Coinbase
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Coinbase, help me...". 8 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"coinbase": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_emIsWLuZxycsC9rM9J8tF2ukLNtGpTXKvgfQ9U1Y/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Coinbase
Ask Cline: "Using Coinbase, help me...". 8 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add coinbase --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_emIsWLuZxycsC9rM9J8tF2ukLNtGpTXKvgfQ9U1Y/mcp" - Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Coinbase
Ask Claude: "Using Coinbase, show me...". 8 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Coinbase can move forward.
This is for the crypto trader who needs to see spreads before they hit buy, the investor tracking a diverse portfolio, and the developer building price-dependent apps.
Crypto Trader
Checks the real buy price and spread before executing a trade to ensure they aren't overpaying on fees.
Portfolio Manager
Quickly converts balances between different fiat and crypto currencies to see their total net worth.
Web3 Developer
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Before you connect
Questions about Coinbase.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Coinbase MCP show me the actual cost to buy Bitcoin?
Yes, it shows the total price including Coinbase fees. This helps you see the real cost of an entry instead of just the mid-market price.
How does the Coinbase MCP handle multiple assets?
You can ask for prices on several assets at once. The agent will pull the buy, sell, and spot prices for everything in your list in one response.
Can I use the Coinbase MCP to see my payment methods?
Yes, it can list your bank accounts and debit cards. This lets you check your payment status and limits without logging into the main dashboard.
Does the Coinbase MCP require an API key for prices?
No, you don't need a key for public price data. You can start getting real-time market info immediately after connecting the Connector.
Can I check historical prices with the Coinbase MCP?
You can use it to get spot prices for specific dates. This is great for seeing what an asset was worth at a certain point in the past.
How accurate is the Coinbase MCP for exchange rates?
It pulls live rates for both crypto and fiat currencies. This makes it reliable for quick conversions and portfolio tracking.
Do I need an API key for price data?
No! Public price endpoints (buy, sell, spot prices, currencies, exchange rates) are completely free and open. No authentication required.
What trading pairs are supported?
Common pairs: BTC-USD, ETH-USD, SOL-USD, USDC-USD, BCH-USD, LTC-USD, DOGE-USD, ADA-USD, DOT-USD, LINK-USD and many more. Use getCurrencies to see the full list.
Can I get historical prices?
Yes! Use get_spot_price with the date parameter (YYYY-MM-DD format) to get historical spot prices for any pair.
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