# How to integrate Backendless MCP with Claude Code

```json
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  "title": "How to integrate Backendless MCP with Claude Code",
  "toolkit": "Backendless",
  "toolkit_slug": "backendless",
  "framework": "Claude Code",
  "framework_slug": "claude-code",
  "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/claude-code",
  "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/claude-code.md",
  "updated_at": "2026-05-12T10:02:19.950Z"
}
```

## Introduction

Manage your Backendless directly from Claude Code with zero worries about OAuth hassles, API-breaking issues, or reliability and security concerns.
You can do this in two different ways:
- Via [Composio Connect](https://dashboard.composio.dev/login?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=composio_connect&next=%2F~%2Forg%2Fconnect%2Fclients%2Fclaude-code) - Direct and easiest approach
- Via [Composio SDK](https://docs.composio.dev/docs?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=composio_sdk) - Programmatic approach with more control

## Also integrate Backendless with

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/llama-index)
- [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/crew-ai)

## TL;DR

- Only one MCP URL to connect multiple apps with Claude Code with zero auth hassles.
- Programmatic tool calling allows LLMs to write its code in a remote workbench to handle complex tool chaining. Reduces to-and-fro with LLMs for frequent tool calling.
- Handling Large tool responses out of LLM context to minimize context rot.
- Dynamic just-in-time access to 20,000 tools across 1000+ other Apps for cross-app workflows. It loads the tools you need, so LLMs aren't overwhelmed by tools you don't need.

## Connect Backendless to Claude Code

### Connecting Backendless to Claude Code using Composio
1. Add the Composio MCP to Claude

```bash
claude mcp add --scope user --transport http composio https://connect.composio.dev/mcp
```

## What is Claude Code?

Claude Code is Anthropic's command line developer tool that lets you use Claude directly inside your terminal. Instead of switching between your editor, browser, and chat, you can stay in your project folder and ask Claude to help you build, debug, refactor, and understand code right where you're working.
Key features include:
- Terminal-Native Experience: Work with Claude directly in your command line without switching contexts
- MCP Support: Built-in support for Model Context Protocol servers to extend Claude's capabilities
- Project Context: Claude understands your project structure and can read, write, and modify files
- Interactive Development: Ask questions, debug code, and get help in real-time while coding
- Multi-Platform: Works on macOS, Linux, WSL, and Windows

## What is the Backendless MCP server, and what's possible with it?

The Backendless MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Backendless account. It provides structured and secure access to your backend services, so your agent can perform actions like managing file storage, retrieving and updating database records, handling directories, and orchestrating server-side logic on your behalf.
- Dynamic file and directory management: Allow your agent to create, copy, delete, and list files or folders in your Backendless storage, keeping your app data organized.
- Database record retrieval and filtering: Empower the agent to fetch objects from specific tables with advanced filtering, sorting, and pagination for instant data access.
- Automated backend task scheduling: Let the agent create or delete timers to run recurring or one-off server-side logic, enabling powerful backend automation.
- Custom Hive resource management: Instruct your agent to create new Backendless Hive resources and retrieve full maps of stored values for scalable, flexible data handling.
- Safe data cleanup: Make it easy for your agent to remove obsolete files, directories, or scheduled tasks, helping maintain a tidy and efficient backend environment.

## Supported Tools

| Tool slug | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| `BACKENDLESS_COPY_FILE` | Copy File | Tool to copy a file or directory within Backendless file storage. Use when duplicating files to a new location after verifying source and destination paths. |
| `BACKENDLESS_CREATE_DIRECTORY` | Create Directory | Tool to create a new directory at the specified path. Use when you need to organize files under a new folder structure. |
| `BACKENDLESS_CREATE_HIVE` | Create Backendless Hive | Tool to create a new Hive. Use when you need to provision a new Hive resource before performing Hive operations. Example: Create a hive named 'groceryStore'. |
| `BACKENDLESS_CREATE_TIMER` | Create Backendless Timer | Tool to create a new timer with schedule and code. Use when scheduling recurring or one-off tasks to run server-side logic after confirming parameters. |
| `BACKENDLESS_DELETE_DIRECTORY` | Delete Directory | Tool to delete a directory at the specified path in Backendless file storage. Use when you need to remove folders after confirming the path. |
| `BACKENDLESS_DELETE_FILE` | Delete File | Deletes a file from Backendless file storage at the specified path. Use this tool when you need to remove files from storage. The operation is permanent and cannot be undone. Ensure the file path is correct before deletion. |
| `BACKENDLESS_DELETE_TIMER` | Delete Backendless Timer | Deletes a Backendless timer by its unique name. Use this tool to permanently remove a scheduled timer from your Backendless application. The timer must exist and you must provide its exact name. Once deleted, the timer's scheduled executions will stop immediately and cannot be recovered. Note: Requires access to Backendless Console Management API (available with Plus or Enterprise plans). |
| `BACKENDLESS_DIRECTORY_LISTING` | Directory Listing | Tool to retrieve a listing of files and directories at a given path. Use when browsing or filtering file storage directories. |
| `BACKENDLESS_GENERAL_OBJECT_RETRIEVAL` | General Object Retrieval | Tool to retrieve objects from a specified Backendless table with filtering, sorting, and pagination. Use after confirming the table name and query options. Example: "Get Users where age > 30 sorted by created desc". |
| `BACKENDLESS_GET_ALL_VALUES` | Get All Values | Tool to retrieve all values from a map in a specified Hive. Use when you need to fetch the entire contents of a Hive map at once. |
| `BACKENDLESS_GET_COUNTER_VALUE` | Get Counter Value | Tool to retrieve the current value of a Backendless counter. Use when you need to inspect an atomic counter's value. |
| `BACKENDLESS_GET_FILE_COUNT` | Get File Count | Tool to get the count of files in a Backendless directory. Use when you need to determine how many items match a filter or include subdirectories. |
| `BACKENDLESS_GET_KEY_ITEMS` | Get Key Items | Tool to retrieve values for a specified key in a list (all, single, or range). Use when you need specific elements or the entire list from a Hive key. Supports single index retrieval, range retrieval, or full list. |
| `BACKENDLESS_GET_TIMER` | Get Backendless Timer | Tool to retrieve information about a specific timer. Use when you need to inspect a timer's schedule and next run details by name. |
| `BACKENDLESS_MAP_PUT` | Map Put | Tool to set or update key-value pairs in a Hive map. Use when you need to add or update multiple entries in a Hive map. |
| `BACKENDLESS_MOVE_FILE` | Move File | Tool to move a file or directory within Backendless file storage. Use when relocating resources to a new path after verifying source and destination. |
| `BACKENDLESS_PUBLISH_MESSAGE` | Publish Message | Tool to publish a message to a specified messaging channel. Use when you need to send notifications or events to subscribers after confirming channel and payload. |
| `BACKENDLESS_RESET_COUNTER` | Reset Counter | Tool to reset a Backendless counter back to zero. Use when you need to reinitialize a counter before starting a new sequence. |
| `BACKENDLESS_SET_COUNTER_VALUE` | Set Counter Value | Tool to set a Backendless counter to a specific value conditionally. Use when you need to ensure the counter only updates if it currently matches an expected value. |
| `BACKENDLESS_UPDATE_TIMER` | Update Backendless Timer | Tool to update schedule or code of an existing timer. Use when you need to modify a timer's configuration after retrieval. |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_DELETE` | Delete User | Tool to delete a user by user ID. Use when removing a user account after confirming permissions. |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_FIND` | Find User by ID | Tool to retrieve user information by ID. Use when you need to fetch details for a specific user after you have their objectId. |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_GRANT_PERMISSION` | Grant Permission to User | Tool to grant a permission to a user on a specific data object. Use when precise access rights must be assigned after verifying the table and object IDs. Example: "Grant FIND permission to a user for a Person record". |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_LOGIN` | User Login | Tool to log in a registered user with identity and password. Use when you need to authenticate a user before making subsequent requests. Example: "Login alice@wonderland.com with password wonderland". |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_LOGOUT` | User Logout | Tool to log out the currently authenticated user. Use when you need to terminate the user session after operations. |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_PASSWORD_RECOVERY` | User Password Recovery | Tool to initiate password recovery for a user. Use when a user requests a password reset after forgetting their password. Triggers an email with recovery instructions. |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_REGISTRATION` | User Registration | Tool to register a new user with email and password. Use when creating a user account or converting a guest account to a registered one after collecting credentials. Example: Register 'alice@wonderland.com' with password 'wonderland'. |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_REVOKE_PERMISSION` | Revoke Permission from User | Tool to revoke a permission from a specified user or role on a specific data object. Use when you need to deny a previously granted operation for a user or role on a data object after verifying the table and object IDs. |
| `BACKENDLESS_USER_UPDATE` | Update User | Tool to update properties of an existing Backendless user. Use when you need to modify user profile fields after login. Example: Update phoneNumber to "5551212". |
| `BACKENDLESS_VALIDATE_USER_TOKEN` | Validate User Token | Tool to validate a user session token. Use after obtaining a token from login to confirm the session is active. |

## Supported Triggers

None listed.

## Creating MCP Server - Stand-alone vs Composio SDK

The Backendless MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects Claude Code (and other AI assistants like Claude and Cursor) directly to your Backendless account. It provides structured and secure access so Claude can perform Backendless operations on your behalf.
With Composio's managed implementation, you don't have to create your own developer app. For production, if you're building an end product, we recommend using your own credentials. The managed server helps you prototype fast and go from 0-1 faster.

## Step-by-step Guide

### 1. Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure you have:
- Claude Pro, Max, or API billing enabled Anthropic account
- Composio API Key
- A Backendless account
- Basic knowledge of Python or TypeScript

### 1. Install Claude Code

To install Claude Code, use one of the following methods based on your operating system:
```bash
# macOS, Linux, WSL
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.sh | bash

# Windows PowerShell
irm https://claude.ai/install.ps1 | iex

# Windows CMD
curl -fsSL https://claude.ai/install.cmd -o install.cmd && install.cmd && del install.cmd
```

### 2. Set up Claude Code

Open a terminal, go to your project folder, and start Claude Code:
- Claude Code will open in your terminal
- Follow the prompts to sign in with your Anthropic account
- Complete the authentication flow
- Once authenticated, you can start using Claude Code
```bash
cd your-project-folder
claude
```

### 3. Set up environment variables

Create a .env file in your project root with the following variables:
- COMPOSIO_API_KEY authenticates with Composio (get it from [Composio dashboard](https://dashboard.composio.dev/login?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_template&utm_campaign=claude-code&utm_content=api_key&next=%2F~%2Forg%2Fconnect%2Fclients%2Fclaude-code))
- USER_ID identifies the user for session management (use any unique identifier)
```bash
COMPOSIO_API_KEY=your_composio_api_key_here
USER_ID=your_user_id_here
```

### 4. Install Composio library

No description provided.
```python
pip install composio-core python-dotenv
```

```typescript
npm install @composio/core dotenv
```

### 5. Generate Composio MCP URL

No description provided.
```python
import os
from composio import Composio
from dotenv import load_dotenv

load_dotenv()

COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
USER_ID = os.getenv("USER_ID")

composio_client = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)

composio_session = composio_client.create(
    user_id=USER_ID,
    toolkits=["backendless"],
)

COMPOSIO_MCP_URL = composio_session.mcp.url

print(f"MCP URL: {COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}")
print(f"\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:")
print(f'claude mcp add --transport http backendless-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')
```

```typescript
import 'dotenv/config';
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';

const { COMPOSIO_API_KEY, USER_ID } = process.env;

if (!COMPOSIO_API_KEY || !USER_ID) {
  throw new Error('COMPOSIO_API_KEY and USER_ID required in .env');
}

const composioClient = new Composio({ apiKey: COMPOSIO_API_KEY });

const composioSession = await composioClient.create(USER_ID, {
  toolkits: ['backendless'],
});

const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url;

console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`);
console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`);
console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http backendless-composio "${composioMcpUrl}" --headers "X-API-Key:${COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"`);
```

### 6. Run the script and copy the MCP URL

No description provided.
```python
python generate_mcp_url.py
```

```typescript
node --loader ts-node/esm generate_mcp_url.ts
# or if using tsx
tsx generate_mcp_url.ts
```

### 7. Add Backendless MCP to Claude Code

In your terminal, add the MCP server using the command from the previous step. The command format is:
- claude mcp add registers a new MCP server with Claude Code
- --transport http specifies that this is an HTTP-based MCP server
- The server name (backendless-composio) is how you'll reference it
- The URL points to your Composio Tool Router session
- --headers includes your Composio API key for authentication
After running the command, close the current Claude Code session and start a new one for the changes to take effect.
```bash
claude mcp add --transport http backendless-composio "YOUR_MCP_URL_HERE" --headers "X-API-Key:YOUR_COMPOSIO_API_KEY"

# Then restart Claude Code
exit
claude
```

### 8. Verify the installation

Check that your Backendless MCP server is properly configured.
- This command lists all MCP servers registered with Claude Code
- You should see your backendless-composio entry in the list
- This confirms that Claude Code can now access Backendless tools
If everything is wired up, you should see your backendless-composio entry listed:
```bash
claude mcp list
```

### 9. Authenticate Backendless

The first time you try to use Backendless tools, you'll be prompted to authenticate.
- Claude Code will detect that you need to authenticate with Backendless
- It will show you an authentication link
- Open the link in your browser (or copy/paste it)
- Complete the Backendless authorization flow
- Return to the terminal and start using Backendless through Claude Code
Once authenticated, you can ask Claude Code to perform Backendless operations in natural language. For example:
- "List all files in the user uploads folder"
- "Create a new directory for project assets"
- "Retrieve users where status is active"

## Complete Code

```python
import os
from composio import Composio
from dotenv import load_dotenv

load_dotenv()

COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
USER_ID = os.getenv("USER_ID")

composio_client = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)

composio_session = composio_client.create(
    user_id=USER_ID,
    toolkits=["backendless"],
)

COMPOSIO_MCP_URL = composio_session.mcp.url

print(f"MCP URL: {COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}")
print(f"\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:")
print(f'claude mcp add --transport http backendless-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')
```

```typescript
import 'dotenv/config';
import { Composio } from '@composio/core';

const { COMPOSIO_API_KEY, USER_ID } = process.env;

if (!COMPOSIO_API_KEY || !USER_ID) {
  throw new Error('COMPOSIO_API_KEY and USER_ID required in .env');
}

const composioClient = new Composio({ apiKey: COMPOSIO_API_KEY });

const composioSession = await composioClient.create(USER_ID, {
  toolkits: ['backendless'],
});

const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url;

console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`);
console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`);
console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http backendless-composio "${composioMcpUrl}" --headers "X-API-Key:${COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"`);
```

## Conclusion

You've successfully integrated Backendless with Claude Code using Composio's MCP server. Now you can interact with Backendless directly from your terminal using natural language commands.
Key features of this setup:
- Terminal-native experience without switching contexts
- Natural language commands for Backendless operations
- Secure authentication through Composio's managed MCP
- Tool Router for dynamic tool discovery and execution
Next steps:
- Try asking Claude Code to perform various Backendless operations
- Add more toolkits to your Tool Router session for multi-app workflows
- Integrate this setup into your development workflow for increased productivity
You can extend this by adding more toolkits, implementing custom workflows, or building automation scripts that leverage Claude Code's capabilities.

## How to build Backendless MCP Agent with another framework

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/llama-index)
- [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/backendless/framework/crew-ai)

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- [Baserow](https://composio.dev/toolkits/baserow) - Baserow is an open-source no-code database platform for building collaborative data apps. It makes it easy for teams to organize data and automate workflows without writing code.
- [Bench](https://composio.dev/toolkits/bench) - Bench is a benchmarking tool for automated performance measurement and analysis. It helps you quickly evaluate, compare, and track your systems or workflows.
- [Better stack](https://composio.dev/toolkits/better_stack) - Better Stack is a monitoring, logging, and incident management solution for apps and services. It helps teams ensure application reliability and performance with real-time insights.
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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Backendless MCP?

With a standalone Backendless MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Backendless tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Backendless and many other apps based on the task at hand, all through a single MCP endpoint.

### Can I use Tool Router MCP with Claude Code?

Yes, you can. Claude Code fully supports MCP integration. You get structured tool calling, message history handling, and model orchestration while Tool Router takes care of discovering and serving the right Backendless tools.

### Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Backendless while using Tool Router?

Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Backendless scopes and actions are allowed when connecting your account to Composio. You can also bring your own OAuth credentials or API configuration so you keep full control over what the agent can do.

### How safe is my data with Composio Tool Router?

All sensitive data such as tokens, keys, and configuration is fully encrypted at rest and in transit. Composio is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and follows strict security practices so your Backendless data and credentials are handled as safely as possible.

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