How to integrate Imagekit io MCP with Claude Code

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Introduction

Manage your Imagekit io 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:

  1. Via Composio Connect - Direct and easiest approach
  2. Via Composio SDK - Programmatic approach with more control

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Why use Composio?

  • 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.

Connecting Imagekit io to Claude Code using Composio

1. Add the Composio MCP to Claude

Terminal

2. Start Claude Code

bash
claude

3. Open your MCP list

bash
/mcp

4. Select Composio and click on Authenticate

Select Composio and click Authenticate

5. This will redirect you to the Composio OAuth page. Complete the flow by authorizing Composio and you're all set.

Composio OAuth authorization page
Composio authorization complete
Ask Claude to connect to your account and authenticate via the link

Supported Tools & Triggers

Tools
Bulk Job StatusRetrieve the status of a bulk folder operation.
Bulk Move FilesTool to move multiple files in bulk.
Bulk Remove TagsTool to remove tags from multiple files in bulk.
Copy FolderInitiate an asynchronous bulk copy of a folder and all its contents to a new location.
Create Custom Metadata FieldCreate a new custom metadata field in ImageKit DAM.
Create FolderCreates a new folder in ImageKit.
Delete Custom Metadata FieldPermanently deletes a custom metadata field from ImageKit.
Delete FilePermanently deletes a file from ImageKit by its unique file ID.
Delete File VersionPermanently deletes a specific non-current file version from ImageKit.
Delete FolderPermanently delete a folder and all its contents from ImageKit Media Library.
Delete Multiple FilesPermanently delete multiple files from ImageKit media library in a single batch operation.
Get Upload Authentication ParametersTool to generate authentication parameters for client-side file uploads.
Get File DetailsTool to retrieve details of a specific file.
Get File MetadataTool to retrieve metadata of an uploaded file.
Get File Version DetailsTool to retrieve details of a specific file version.
Get UsageRetrieve ImageKit account usage metrics for a specified date range.
List and Search Media AssetsList and search media assets (files, folders, file-versions) in your ImageKit media library.
List Custom Metadata FieldsList all custom metadata fields defined in the ImageKit Media Library.
List File VersionsRetrieves all versions of a specific file in ImageKit.
Move FolderMove a folder from one location to another in your ImageKit media library.
Purge ImageKit CachePurge CDN and ImageKit internal caches for a specific URL or URL pattern.
Check purge cache statusTool to check the status of a cache purge request.
Rename FileRenames an existing file in the ImageKit media library.
Restore File VersionRestores a non-current file version to become the current version in ImageKit.
Update Custom Metadata FieldUpdates an existing custom metadata field's label or schema constraints in ImageKit DAM.
Update File DetailsUpdate file details in ImageKit media library.

What is the Imagekit io MCP server, and what's possible with it?

The Imagekit io MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your ImageKit.io account. It provides structured and secure access to your media library, so your agent can perform actions like organizing folders, managing files, handling bulk operations, editing metadata, and cleaning up assets on your behalf.

  • Bulk file operations: Effortlessly move, copy, or update tags on multiple files at once to streamline large-scale asset management.
  • Folder organization and management: Ask your agent to create new folders for better asset structuring or delete old folders—including all their contents—when you need to tidy up.
  • Custom metadata control: Let your agent create or delete custom metadata fields, so your media assets stay rich with the information your workflows need.
  • File and version cleanup: Instruct the agent to permanently delete files or remove outdated file versions to keep your storage lean and organized.
  • Bulk job monitoring: Have your agent track the status of ongoing bulk jobs, like folder copies or moves, so you always know what’s happening behind the scenes.

Connecting Imagekit io via Composio SDK

Composio SDK is the underlying tech that powers Rube. It's a universal gateway that does everything Rube does but with much more programmatic control. You can programmatically generate an MCP URL with the app you need (here Imagekit io) for even more tool search precision. It's secure and reliable.

How the Composio SDK works

The Composio SDK follows a three-phase workflow:

  1. Discovery: Searches for tools matching your task and returns relevant toolkits with their details.
  2. Authentication: Checks for active connections. If missing, creates an auth config and returns a connection URL via Auth Link.
  3. Execution: Executes the action using the authenticated connection.

Step-by-step Guide

Prerequisites

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

Install Claude Code

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

To install Claude Code, use one of the following methods based on your operating system:

Set up Claude Code

bash
cd your-project-folder
claude

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
Claude Code initial setup showing sign-in prompt
Claude Code terminal after successful login

Set up environment variables

bash
COMPOSIO_API_KEY=your_composio_api_key_here
USER_ID=your_user_id_here

Create a .env file in your project root with the following variables:

  • COMPOSIO_API_KEY authenticates with Composio (get it from Composio dashboard)
  • USER_ID identifies the user for session management (use any unique identifier)

Install Composio library

pip install composio-core python-dotenv

Install the Composio Python library to create MCP sessions.

  • composio-core provides the core Composio functionality
  • python-dotenv loads environment variables from your .env file

Generate Composio MCP URL

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=["imagekit_io"],
)

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 imagekit_io-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')

Create a script to generate a Composio MCP URL for Imagekit io. This URL will be used to connect Claude Code to Imagekit io.

What's happening:
  • We import the Composio client and load environment variables
  • Create a Composio instance with your API key
  • Call create() to create a Tool Router session for Imagekit io
  • The returned mcp.url is the MCP server URL that Claude Code will use
  • The script prints this URL so you can copy it

Run the script and copy the MCP URL

python generate_mcp_url.py

Run your Python script to generate the MCP URL.

  • The script connects to Composio and creates a Tool Router session
  • It prints the MCP URL and the exact command you need to run
  • Copy the entire claude mcp add command from the output

Add Imagekit io MCP to Claude Code

bash
claude mcp add --transport http imagekit_io-composio "YOUR_MCP_URL_HERE" --headers "X-API-Key:YOUR_COMPOSIO_API_KEY"

# Then restart Claude Code
exit
claude

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 (imagekit_io-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.

Verify the installation

bash
claude mcp list

Check that your Imagekit io MCP server is properly configured.

  • This command lists all MCP servers registered with Claude Code
  • You should see your imagekit_io-composio entry in the list
  • This confirms that Claude Code can now access Imagekit io tools

If everything is wired up, you should see your imagekit_io-composio entry listed:

Claude Code MCP list showing the toolkit MCP server

Authenticate Imagekit io

The first time you try to use Imagekit io tools, you'll be prompted to authenticate.

  • Claude Code will detect that you need to authenticate with Imagekit io
  • It will show you an authentication link
  • Open the link in your browser (or copy/paste it)
  • Complete the Imagekit io authorization flow
  • Return to the terminal and start using Imagekit io through Claude Code

Once authenticated, you can ask Claude Code to perform Imagekit io operations in natural language. For example:

  • "Move all event photos to new 2024 folder"
  • "Delete outdated logo file from media library"
  • "Create custom metadata field for copyright info"

Complete Code

Here's the complete code to get you started with Imagekit io and Claude Code:

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=["imagekit_io"],
)

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 imagekit_io-composio "{COMPOSIO_MCP_URL}" --headers "X-API-Key:{COMPOSIO_API_KEY}"')

Conclusion

You've successfully integrated Imagekit io with Claude Code using Composio's MCP server. Now you can interact with Imagekit io directly from your terminal using natural language commands.

Key features of this setup:

  • Terminal-native experience without switching contexts
  • Natural language commands for Imagekit io 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 Imagekit io 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.

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FAQ

What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Imagekit io MCP?

With a standalone Imagekit io MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Imagekit io tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Imagekit io 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 Imagekit io tools.

Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Imagekit io while using Tool Router?

Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Imagekit io 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 Imagekit io data and credentials are handled as safely as possible.

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