# How to integrate Basin MCP with Claude Code ```json { "title": "How to integrate Basin MCP with Claude Code", "toolkit": "Basin", "toolkit_slug": "basin", "framework": "Claude Code", "framework_slug": "claude-code", "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/claude-code", "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/claude-code.md", "updated_at": "2026-05-06T08:02:11.959Z" } ``` ## Introduction Manage your Basin 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 Basin with - [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk) - [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/claude-agents-sdk) - [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/claude-cowork) - [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/codex) - [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/openclaw) - [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/hermes-agent) - [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/cli) - [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/google-adk) - [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/langchain) - [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/ai-sdk) - [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/mastra-ai) - [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/llama-index) - [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/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 Basin to Claude Code ### Connecting Basin 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 Basin MCP server, and what's possible with it? The Basin MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Basin account. It provides structured and secure access to your forms and projects, so your agent can perform actions like creating forms, managing webhooks, organizing projects, and retrieving domain or form details on your behalf. - Instant form creation and management: Ask your agent to set up new forms with custom settings, associate them with projects, or delete forms you no longer need—all without manual coding. - Seamless project organization: Let your agent create new Basin projects to group related forms or delete obsolete projects, keeping your workspace tidy and efficient. - Automated webhook and integration setup: Have your agent add or remove webhooks for specific forms, so submissions are instantly routed to the right endpoints or external services. - Detailed form and account insights: Retrieve rich metadata about any form or get a full list of domains linked to your Basin account, helping you monitor and audit your form infrastructure. - Effortless notification management: Empower your agent to configure notification webhooks, ensuring critical submissions reach your team or external tools in real time. ## Supported Tools | Tool slug | Name | Description | |---|---|---| | `BASIN_CREATE_FORM` | Create Form | Tool to create a new form in basin. use when you need to automate form setup with name, timezone, and project association; optionally configure redirect, notifications, or spam protection. | | `BASIN_CREATE_FORM_WEBHOOK` | Create Form Webhook | Tool to create a new webhook for a specific form. use when you need to programmatically add a webhook once you have the form id and callback url confirmed. | | `BASIN_CREATE_NOTIFICATION` | Create Notification | Tool to create a new notification webhook. use when you need to forward form submissions to an external service. | | `BASIN_CREATE_PROJECT` | Create Project | Tool to create a new basin project. use when you need a new organizational container for forms. example: "create a project named marketing leads." | | `BASIN_DELETE_FORM` | Delete Form | Tool to delete a form. use when permanently removing a form after it's no longer needed. ensure the form id is correct; this operation is irreversible. | | `BASIN_DELETE_INTEGRATION` | Delete Integration | Tool to delete a form webhook integration. use when removing an obsolete integration by id. | | `BASIN_DELETE_PROJECT` | Delete Project | Tool to delete a project. use when you need to remove a project after confirming its id. returns the deleted project's details. | | `BASIN_DELETE_WEBHOOK` | Delete Webhook | Tool to delete a specific webhook. use when you need to remove a webhook from a form after confirming its id. | | `BASIN_GET_DOMAINS` | Get Domains | Tool to retrieve a list of all domains associated with the account. use after authentication when you need to display or verify your configured domains in basin. | | `BASIN_GET_FORM_DETAILS` | Get Form Details | Tool to retrieve detailed information about a specific form. use when you have a form id and need its metadata. | | `BASIN_GET_FORMS` | Get Forms | Tool to retrieve a list of all forms. use after authentication to fetch all your forms. | | `BASIN_GET_PROJECT_DETAILS` | Get Project Details | Tool to retrieve detailed information about a specific project. use when you have a project id and need its metadata (name, created at, updated at). | | `BASIN_GET_PROJECTS` | Get Projects | Tool to retrieve a list of all projects. use after authentication to fetch your project inventory. | | `BASIN_GET_SUBMISSIONS` | Get Submissions | Tool to retrieve all submissions for a specific form. use when you need to list entries after obtaining the form id. | | `BASIN_GET_WEBHOOKS` | Get Webhooks | Tool to retrieve all webhooks associated with a specific form. use after obtaining the form id. | | `BASIN_UPDATE_INTEGRATION` | Update Integration | Tool to update a form webhook integration. use to modify settings of an existing integration. | | `BASIN_UPDATE_PROJECT` | Update Project | Tool to update details of an existing project. use when you need to change a project's name after confirming the project id. example: "update project 123 to 'rebrand launch'". | | `BASIN_UPDATE_WEBHOOK` | Update Webhook | Tool to update settings of an existing webhook for a form. use after obtaining the webhook's id. | ## Supported Triggers None listed. ## Creating MCP Server - Stand-alone vs Composio SDK The Basin 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 Basin account. It provides structured and secure access so Claude can perform Basin 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 Basin 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=["basin"], ) 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 basin-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: ['basin'], }); const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url; console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`); console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`); console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http basin-composio "${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 Basin 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 (basin-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 basin-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 Basin MCP server is properly configured. - This command lists all MCP servers registered with Claude Code - You should see your basin-composio entry in the list - This confirms that Claude Code can now access Basin tools If everything is wired up, you should see your basin-composio entry listed: ```bash claude mcp list ``` ### 9. Authenticate Basin The first time you try to use Basin tools, you'll be prompted to authenticate. - Claude Code will detect that you need to authenticate with Basin - It will show you an authentication link - Open the link in your browser (or copy/paste it) - Complete the Basin authorization flow - Return to the terminal and start using Basin through Claude Code Once authenticated, you can ask Claude Code to perform Basin operations in natural language. For example: - "Create a new form for event signups" - "Delete an old feedback form from project" - "Get details of my contact form" ## 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=["basin"], ) 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 basin-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: ['basin'], }); const composioMcpUrl = composioSession?.mcp.url; console.log(`MCP URL: ${composioMcpUrl}`); console.log(`\nUse this command to add to Claude Code:`); console.log(`claude mcp add --transport http basin-composio "${composioMcpUrl}" --headers "X-API-Key:${COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"`); ``` ## Conclusion You've successfully integrated Basin with Claude Code using Composio's MCP server. Now you can interact with Basin directly from your terminal using natural language commands. Key features of this setup: - Terminal-native experience without switching contexts - Natural language commands for Basin 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 Basin 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 Basin MCP Agent with another framework - [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk) - [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/claude-agents-sdk) - [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/claude-cowork) - [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/codex) - [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/openclaw) - [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/hermes-agent) - [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/cli) - [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/google-adk) - [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/langchain) - [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/ai-sdk) - [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/mastra-ai) - [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/llama-index) - [CrewAI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/basin/framework/crew-ai) ## Related Toolkits - [Apilio](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apilio) - Apilio is a home automation platform that lets you connect and control smart devices from different brands. 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It helps organizations securely verify users and reduce fraud risk. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Basin MCP? With a standalone Basin MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Basin tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Basin 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 Basin tools. ### Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Basin while using Tool Router? Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Basin 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 Basin data and credentials are handled as safely as possible. --- [See all toolkits](https://composio.dev/toolkits) · [Composio docs](https://docs.composio.dev/llms.txt)