Golioth Connector for AI agents.
7 live capabilities
Manage your IoT hardware fleet and LightDB state through natural conversation.
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Why people use Golioth
Golioth for IoT Fleet Management
With this Connector, you just tell your agent what needs to happen. You can ask it to find the right project, list the devices, and push out the new LightDB state in a single conversation. You get immediate confirmation that the hardware updated without ever leaving your workspace.
What Vinkius changes
You get a hands-on way to control your IoT fleet without leaving your chat interface.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
Debugging a faulty sensor
An engineer asks the agent to check the status of a device and see if the LightDB state matches the expected firmware output using get_lightdb_state.
- Real-world use case 02
Rapid fleet expansion
A manager asks the agent to register 50 new devices to a specific project to see them appear in the dashboard immediately using register_device.
- Real-world use case 03
Configuration updates
A developer tells the agent to turn on all lights in a Home project by updating the power path in the LightDB state using set_lightdb_state.
Complete set · 7capabilities
The complete Golioth capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Golioth.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 7 available through Golioth.
- 01 Capability
Get lightdb state
Read the current real-time data or configuration for a specific device. Use this to check sensor values or current settings.
- 02 Capability
List devices
See all hardware units registered within a specific Golioth project. This helps you audit your active fleet quickly.
- 03 Capability
List projects
View all your existing Golioth projects to organize your infrastructure. It's the best way to see your high-level setup.
- 04 Capability
Register device
Add a new piece of hardware to your project for immediate management. This lets you expand your fleet on the fly.
05—07
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 7 available through Golioth.
- 05 Capability
Remove device
Delete a decommissioned unit from your project to keep your fleet clean. Use this to remove hardware no longer in use.
- 06 Capability
Set lightdb state
Update the configuration or sensor values for a device instantly. This is the primary way to control hardware behavior.
- 07 Capability
Create project
Build a new project container to organize your IoT devices. Use this to segment different hardware types or environments.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Golioth to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Golioth 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_wYHRxDIii2rfGW0NRhCGA52xXLzwPnzMTVaGj6Ve/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 Golioth, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Golioth for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wYHRxDIii2rfGW0NRhCGA52xXLzwPnzMTVaGj6Ve/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 Golioth URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Golioth in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"golioth": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wYHRxDIii2rfGW0NRhCGA52xXLzwPnzMTVaGj6Ve/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 Golioth
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Golioth, help me...". 7 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"golioth": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wYHRxDIii2rfGW0NRhCGA52xXLzwPnzMTVaGj6Ve/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 Golioth
Ask Copilot: "Using Golioth, help me...". 7 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"golioth": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wYHRxDIii2rfGW0NRhCGA52xXLzwPnzMTVaGj6Ve/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 Golioth
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Golioth, help me...". 7 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"golioth": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wYHRxDIii2rfGW0NRhCGA52xXLzwPnzMTVaGj6Ve/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 Golioth
Ask Cline: "Using Golioth, help me...". 7 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add golioth --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wYHRxDIii2rfGW0NRhCGA52xXLzwPnzMTVaGj6Ve/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 Golioth
Ask Claude: "Using Golioth, show me...". 7 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Golioth can move forward.
This is for the IoT engineer who's tired of clicking through dashboards at 2am to check a single sensor value, or the hardware lead who needs to manage hundreds of devices without manual API overhead.
IoT Engineer
Checks sensor values and device statuses while debugging firmware in the IDE.
Product Manager
Monitors fleet deployment progress and project growth through simple queries.
Embedded Developer
Registers and tests new devices directly from their development environment without manual API calls.
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Before you connect
Questions about Golioth.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
What can I do with the Golioth MCP?
You can use it to manage your IoT projects, register new hardware, and update device configurations using natural language. It acts as a bridge between your AI agent and your Golioth cloud.
Can I use the Golioth MCP to manage my IoT devices?
Yes. It allows you to list devices, remove old ones, and monitor your fleet status directly through your AI client.
How does Golioth help with LightDB states?
It lets you read and write real-time data for your devices. You can ask your agent to update specific paths like sensor thresholds or LED states without manual API calls.
Can I register new hardware using the Golioth MCP?
Yes, you can register new devices to your existing projects using the register_device capability. This helps you keep your fleet updated without leaving your workspace.
Is the Golioth MCP good for IoT engineers?
It's excellent for engineers who need to check device statuses and update configurations quickly while they are debugging firmware or working in their IDE.
Can I see all my projects at once with Golioth?
Yes, the Connector can retrieve a full list of your Golioth projects so you can navigate your infrastructure more easily.
How do I update a device's status with Golioth MCP?
Just tell your agent which device you want to change and what the new value should be. It will use the set_lightdb_state capability to apply the change immediately.
Can Golioth MCP help me manage a large fleet of sensors?
Yes, it's designed for fleet management. You can list all devices in a project to audit your hardware or update states across your connected devices.
How can I read the current sensor data from a specific device?
Use the get_lightdb_state capability by providing the Project ID, Device ID, and the specific path (e.g., 'sensor/temp'). The agent will return the current value stored in Golioth's LightDB.
Can I register a new device to my project using the AI?
Yes! Use the register_device action. You just need to provide the Project ID and a name for the new device. The agent will handle the registration and return the device details.
Is it possible to update device configurations remotely?
Absolutely. Use the set_lightdb_state capability to write JSON data to any path on the device. This is perfect for updating thresholds, toggling states, or sending commands to your hardware.
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