LocationIQ Connector for AI agents.
7 live capabilities
Find precise coordinates, calculate routes, and discover local places instantly.
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Why people use LocationIQ
LocationIQ for Solving Manual Geocoding
With this Connector, you just tell your agent to do the work. You can provide a list of addresses and have it return a formatted table of coordinates in seconds. You get the data you need without ever leaving your chat window.
What Vinkius changes
You get a location-aware agent that handles maps and coordinates for you.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 5,900+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Fleet Route Optimization
A logistics manager asks the agent to find the fastest route between five delivery stops.
- Real-world use case 02
Travel Itinerary Planning
A travel agent asks for nearby coffee shops and parks in Paris.
- Real-world use case 03
Geocoding Large Datasets
A developer gives the agent a list of 50 addresses.
Complete set · 7capabilities
The complete LocationIQ capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with LocationIQ.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 7 available through LocationIQ.
- 01 Capability
Nearby
Find points of interest like parks or gas stations around a spot. Use this to discover local amenities quickly.
- 02 Capability
Reverse
Turn coordinates into a human-readable street address. This helps identify locations from raw latitude and longitude.
- 03 Capability
Directions
Get the best route between coordinates with distance and time. This is useful for planning delivery paths or road trips.
- 04 Capability
Search
Convert a place name or address into latitude and longitude. This is the core capability for geocoding text into data.
05—07
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 7 available through LocationIQ.
- 05 Capability
Static map
Create a URL for a static map image of a specific location. Use this to generate visual map previews in your chat.
- 06 Capability
Timezone
Look up the local time and offset for any point on Earth. This helps you stay on top of global schedules.
- 07 Capability
Autocomplete
Get address suggestions as you start typing a location. This helps ensure your data stays clean and accurate.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask LocationIQ to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use LocationIQ 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_V83jboR437Oxi5ZiBfpw0rMkD0lMdpTX6E1ImAHB/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 LocationIQ, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable LocationIQ for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_V83jboR437Oxi5ZiBfpw0rMkD0lMdpTX6E1ImAHB/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 LocationIQ URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable LocationIQ in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"locationiq": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_V83jboR437Oxi5ZiBfpw0rMkD0lMdpTX6E1ImAHB/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 LocationIQ
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using LocationIQ, help me...". 7 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"locationiq": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_V83jboR437Oxi5ZiBfpw0rMkD0lMdpTX6E1ImAHB/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 LocationIQ
Ask Copilot: "Using LocationIQ, help me...". 7 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"locationiq": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_V83jboR437Oxi5ZiBfpw0rMkD0lMdpTX6E1ImAHB/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 LocationIQ
Open Cascade and ask: "Using LocationIQ, help me...". 7 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"locationiq": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_V83jboR437Oxi5ZiBfpw0rMkD0lMdpTX6E1ImAHB/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 LocationIQ
Ask Cline: "Using LocationIQ, help me...". 7 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add locationiq --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_V83jboR437Oxi5ZiBfpw0rMkD0lMdpTX6E1ImAHB/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 LocationIQ
Ask Claude: "Using LocationIQ, show me...". 7 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work LocationIQ can move forward.
This is for logistics managers tired of manual route planning, travel planners coordinating complex itineraries, and developers who need to build location-aware features quickly.
Logistics Coordinator
You use this to check delivery addresses and calculate travel times for a fleet of drivers.
Travel Planner
You use this to find local attractions and check timezones for clients visiting different cities.
Full-Stack Developer
You use this to test geocoding logic and generate map previews without building a custom backend.
Build the capability set
Add more capabilities.
Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.
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Mapbox (Maps & Geospatial)
Build with location data via Mapbox. geocode addresses, calculate routes, and solve trip optimization.
Pelias Geocoder
Map geospatial structures via Pelias APIs. convert coordinates, perform reverse geocoding, autocomplete POIs, and retrieve addresses natively by AI logs.
TomTom
Access global mapping, geocoding, and routing services. Search for addresses, calculate optimal routes, and retrieve map tiles directly through AI.
MapQuest
Mapping and location services via MapQuest. geocoding, directions, and POI search.
Bring your own AI
Change the model, client or framework. Keep LocationIQ connected.
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Before you connect
Questions about LocationIQ.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the LocationIQ MCP help me plan a delivery route?
Yes. It can calculate the best paths between multiple coordinates and provide you with the estimated distance and time for each leg of the journey.
How does LocationIQ MCP handle addresses for different countries?
It supports global geocoding. You can provide addresses from around the world, and it will return the correct coordinates and local timezone data.
Can I use LocationIQ MCP to find local businesses?
Absolutely. You can ask your agent to find specific types of places, like gas stations, parks, or cafes, around any specific location or coordinate.
Does LocationIQ MCP provide map images?
It can generate URLs for static map images. You can ask your agent to create a map link for a specific spot to help you visualize a location.
Is LocationIQ MCP good for travel planning?
It's great for travel. You can use it to check local times for different cities, find nearby attractions, and get accurate travel times between destinations.
Will the LocationIQ MCP help me with autocomplete for a website?
While it's an Connector for your AI agent, it can provide real-time address suggestions. You can ask your agent to verify addresses or provide suggestions as you type.
Can I get the address of a specific coordinate?
Yes, use the reverse capability with the latitude and longitude. The agent will return the full address, including street, city, and country.
How do I find the best route between two cities?
Use the directions capability by providing the coordinates of your start and end points. It will provide the distance, duration, and turn-by-turn steps.
Can I search for specific types of places like 'restaurants' near me?
Absolutely. Use the nearby capability with your current coordinates and the tag 'restaurant' to see a list of nearby dining options.
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