# How to connect Basecamp to Claude Cowork ```json { "title": "How to connect Basecamp to Claude Cowork", "toolkit": "Basecamp", "toolkit_slug": "basecamp", "framework": "Claude Cowork", "framework_slug": "claude-cowork", "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/claude-cowork", "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/claude-cowork.md", "updated_at": "2026-03-29T06:24:07.764Z" } ``` ## Introduction Cowork is Anthropic's AI agent for knowledge work. Think of it as Claude Code for everything else. It works autonomously with your computer, local files, and applications to accomplish complex tasks. This guide walks you through the easiest and most secure way to connect your Basecamp account to Cowork via Composio Connect, enabling it to create a new project for client onboarding, add a to-do item to the marketing team, post a team-wide announcement in Campfire chat, and more such actions on your behalf without compromising your account security. ## Also integrate Basecamp with - [ChatGPT](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/chatgpt) - [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk) - [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/claude-agents-sdk) - [Claude Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/claude-code) - [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/codex) - [Cursor](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/cursor) - [VS Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/vscode) - [OpenCode](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/opencode) - [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/openclaw) - [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/hermes-agent) - [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/cli) - [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/google-adk) - [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/langchain) - [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/ai-sdk) - [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/mastra-ai) - [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/llama-index) - [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/crew-ai) ## Connect Basecamp to Claude Cowork ### Connecting Basecamp to Claude Cowork 1. Open Customize In Claude Desktop, click Customize in the left sidebar, then select Connectors and click the + icon at the top. 2. Add the Composio MCP server Click Add custom connector and paste in the Composio MCP server URL: ```bash https://connect.composio.dev/mcp ``` ## What is Claude Cowork? Claude Cowork is Anthropic's agent for general knowledge work. It can use your computer, files, and connected applications to complete longer-running tasks across your work tools. With Composio Connect, Cowork can securely access apps like Basecamp through MCP without you sharing account credentials directly with the agent. ## What is the Basecamp MCP server, and what's possible with it? The Basecamp MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Basecamp account. It provides structured and secure access so your agent can perform Basecamp operations on your behalf. ## Supported Tools None listed. ## Supported Triggers None listed. ## Creating MCP Server - Stand-alone vs Composio SDK The Basecamp MCP server connects Claude Cowork to your Basecamp account through Composio. Once connected, Cowork can use the available Basecamp tools and triggers to complete tasks on your behalf. ## Complete Code None listed. ## How to build Basecamp MCP Agent with another framework - [ChatGPT](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/chatgpt) - [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk) - [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/claude-agents-sdk) - [Claude Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/claude-code) - [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/codex) - [Cursor](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/cursor) - [VS Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/vscode) - [OpenCode](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/opencode) - [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/openclaw) - [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/hermes-agent) - [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/cli) - [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/google-adk) - [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/langchain) - [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/ai-sdk) - [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/mastra-ai) - [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/llama-index) - [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basecamp/framework/crew-ai) ## Related Toolkits - [Gmail](https://composio.dev/toolkits/gmail) - Gmail is Google's email service with powerful spam protection, search, and G Suite integration. It keeps your inbox organized and makes communication fast and reliable. - [Outlook](https://composio.dev/toolkits/outlook) - Outlook is Microsoft's email and calendaring platform for unified communications and scheduling. It helps users stay organized with powerful email, contacts, and calendar management. - [Google Sheets](https://composio.dev/toolkits/googlesheets) - Google Sheets is a cloud-based spreadsheet tool for real-time collaboration and data analysis. It lets teams work together from anywhere, updating information instantly. - [Notion](https://composio.dev/toolkits/notion) - Notion is a collaborative workspace for notes, docs, wikis, and tasks. It streamlines team knowledge, project tracking, and workflow customization in one place. - [Slack](https://composio.dev/toolkits/slack) - Slack is a channel-based messaging platform for teams and organizations. It helps people collaborate in real time, share files, and connect all their tools in one place. - [Airtable](https://composio.dev/toolkits/airtable) - Airtable combines the flexibility of spreadsheets with the power of a database for easy project and data management. Teams use Airtable to organize, track, and collaborate with custom views and automations. - [Gong](https://composio.dev/toolkits/gong) - Gong is a platform for video meetings, call recording, and team collaboration. It helps teams capture conversations, analyze calls, and turn insights into action. - [Asana](https://composio.dev/toolkits/asana) - Asana is a collaborative work management platform for teams to organize and track projects. It streamlines teamwork, boosts productivity, and keeps everyone aligned on goals. - [Google Tasks](https://composio.dev/toolkits/googletasks) - Google Tasks is a to-do list and task management tool integrated into Gmail and Google Calendar. It helps you organize, track, and complete tasks across your Google ecosystem. - [Linear](https://composio.dev/toolkits/linear) - Linear is a modern issue tracking and project planning tool for fast-moving teams. It helps streamline workflows, organize projects, and boost productivity. - [Microsoft teams](https://composio.dev/toolkits/microsoft_teams) - Microsoft Teams is a collaboration platform that combines chat, meetings, and file sharing within Microsoft 365. It keeps distributed teams connected and productive through seamless virtual communication. - [Jira](https://composio.dev/toolkits/jira) - Jira is Atlassian’s platform for bug tracking, issue tracking, and agile project management. It helps teams organize work, prioritize tasks, and deliver projects efficiently. - [Clickup](https://composio.dev/toolkits/clickup) - ClickUp is an all-in-one productivity platform for managing tasks, docs, goals, and team collaboration. It streamlines project workflows so teams can work smarter and stay organized in one place. - [Slackbot](https://composio.dev/toolkits/slackbot) - Slackbot is a conversational automation tool for Slack that handles reminders, notifications, and automated responses. It boosts team productivity by streamlining onboarding, answering FAQs, and managing timely alerts—all right inside Slack. - [Monday](https://composio.dev/toolkits/monday) - Monday.com is a customizable work management platform for project planning and collaboration. It helps teams organize tasks, automate workflows, and track progress in real time. - [2chat](https://composio.dev/toolkits/_2chat) - 2chat is an API platform for WhatsApp and multichannel text messaging. It streamlines chat automation, group management, and real-time messaging for developers. - [Addressfinder](https://composio.dev/toolkits/addressfinder) - Addressfinder is a data quality platform for verifying addresses, emails, and phone numbers. It helps you ensure accurate customer and contact data every time. - [Agent mail](https://composio.dev/toolkits/agent_mail) - Agent mail provides AI agents with dedicated email inboxes for sending, receiving, and managing emails. It empowers agents to communicate autonomously with people, services, and other agents—no human intervention needed. - [Agiled](https://composio.dev/toolkits/agiled) - Agiled is an all-in-one business management platform for CRM, projects, and finance. It helps you streamline workflows, consolidate client data, and manage business processes in one place. - [Ascora](https://composio.dev/toolkits/ascora) - Ascora is a cloud-based field service management platform for service businesses. It streamlines scheduling, invoicing, and customer operations in one place. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Basecamp MCP? With a standalone Basecamp MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Basecamp tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Basecamp and many other apps based on the task at hand, all through a single MCP endpoint. ### Can I use Tool Router MCP with Claude Cowork? Yes, you can. Claude Cowork 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 Basecamp tools. ### Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Basecamp while using Tool Router? Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Basecamp 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 Basecamp data and credentials are handled as safely as possible. --- [See all toolkits](https://composio.dev/toolkits) · [Composio docs](https://docs.composio.dev/llms.txt)