How to Use the Qualified.io MCP in Claude

Q: How do I connect Qualified.io to Claude Desktop?

Add the server configuration to your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear under the hammer icon in your chat input.

Q: What happens if a candidate needs a retake on Qualified.io?

You can use scheduleretryassessmentresult to reopen a test session. This avoids manual emails and lets you handle the request immediately.

Q: Can I see my assessment cohorts in Claude Desktop?

Absolutely. Run listassessmentcohorts to see how your different hiring pools are performing at any given moment.

Automate your technical hiring pipeline directly within Claude Desktop by managing assessments and candidate data without leaving your chat.

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Manage your entire assessment lifecycle

Stop jumping between browser tabs to track candidate progress. Use `list_assessments` and `get_assessment` to pull current test details straight into your conversation. You can even `publish_assessment` or `archive_assessment` as hiring priorities shift during the day.

Direct candidate invitation and tracking

Send test invites to your pipeline using `invite_candidates` or `invite_candidates_via_cohort` without context switching. Once they finish, `list_assessment_results` gives you the data you need to decide who moves to the next interview stage.

Review Qualified.io results with your AI client

Get specific performance data using `get_assessment_result` to identify which candidates actually wrote clean, functional code. Use `create_assessment_result_review` to document your feedback on their submission, keeping your hiring notes organized and accessible.

Setup guide

Set up Qualified.io MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Qualified.io MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Qualified.io MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under qualifiedio-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "qualifiedio-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Qualified.io MCP in Claude Desktop

Add the server configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear under the hammer icon in your chat input.

Yes. You can use the MCP server to list results and pull specific exhibits, letting your agent highlight the strongest technical submissions.

Your candidate names and assessment scores are transmitted over encrypted channels directly to your local instance. No third-party storage occurs between the Qualified.io API and your desktop environment.

You can use `schedule_retry_assessment_result` to reopen a test session. This avoids manual emails and lets you handle the request immediately.

Absolutely. Run `list_assessment_cohorts` to see how your different hiring pools are performing at any given moment.

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