How to integrate Tiktok MCP with Codex

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Introduction

Codex is one of the most popular coding harnesses out there. And MCP makes the experience even better. With Tiktok MCP integration, you can draft, triage, summarise emails, and much more, all without leaving the terminal or app, whichever you prefer.

Composio removes the Authentication handling completely from you. We handle the entire integration lifecycle, and all you need to do is just copy the URL below, authenticate inside Codex, and start using it.

Why use Composio?

Apart from a managed and hosted MCP server, you will get:

  • CodeAct: A dedicated workbench that allows GPT to write its code to handle complex tool chaining. Reduces to-and-fro with LLMs for frequent tool calling.
  • Large tool responses: Handle them to minimise context rot.
  • Dynamic just-in-time access to 20,000 tools across 870+ other Apps for cross-app workflows. It loads the tools you need, so GPTs aren't overwhelmed by tools you don't need.

How to install Tiktok MCP in Codex

Codex CLI

Run the command in your terminal.

Terminal

This will auto-redirect you to the Rube authentication page.

Rube authentication redirect page

Once you're authenticated, you will be able to access the tools.

Verify the installation by running:

codex mcp list

If you otherwise prefer to use config.toml, add the following URL to it. You can get the bearer token from rube.app → Use Rube → MCP URL → Generate token

[projects."/home/user/composio"]
trust_level = "untrusted"

[mcp_servers.rube]
bearer_token_env_var = "your bearer token"
enabled = true
url = "https://rube.app/mcp"

Codex in VS Code

If you have installed Codex in VS Code.

Then: ⚙️ → MCP Settings → + Add servers → Streamable HTTP:

Add the Rube MCP URL: https://rube.app/mcp and the bearer token.

VS Code MCP Settings

To verify, click on the Open config.toml

Open config toml in Codex

Make sure it's there:

[mcp_servers.composio_rube]
bearer_token_env_var = "your bearer token"
enabled = true
url = "https://rube.app/mcp"

Codex App

Codex App follows the same approach as VS Code.

  1. Click ⚙️ on the bottom left → MCP Servers → + Add servers → Streamable HTTP:
Codex App MCP Settings
  1. Restart and verify if it's there in .codex/config.toml
[mcp_servers.composio_rube]
bearer_token_env_var = "your bearer token"
enabled = true
url = "https://rube.app/mcp"
  1. Save, restart the extension, and start working.

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

The Tiktok MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Tiktok account. It provides structured and secure access to your Tiktok profile and content, so your agent can fetch user analytics, manage your videos, post new content, and monitor publishing status—all on your behalf.

  • Automated video uploads and publishing: Let your agent upload single or multiple videos, then finalize and publish them to your Tiktok account seamlessly.
  • Profile insights and analytics: Fetch comprehensive user information and performance stats, giving you quick access to follower counts, engagement metrics, and more.
  • Content management: List all your videos or those of a specified creator, making it easy to organize, review, or reference your posted content.
  • Photo posting automation: Enable your agent to create and post photos directly through the Tiktok content posting API, streamlining your visual content workflow.
  • Real-time publish status monitoring: Check the current status of your video uploads or publishing process, so you’re always up to date on which content is live or pending.

Supported Tools & Triggers

Tools
Fetch publish statusFetch current publish/upload status for a given publish id.
Get user basic infoFetches basic tiktok user info for the authenticated user.
Get user profile infoFetches extended tiktok profile info for the authenticated user.
Get user statsFetches tiktok user stats for the authenticated user.
List videosLists videos for the authenticated user (or specified creator).
Post photoCreate a photo post via content posting api (direct post or media upload).
Publish videoFinalize and publish a video from the inbox using its publish id.
Upload videoUploads a video to tiktok via the content posting api (init + single-part upload).
Upload videos (batch)Uploads multiple videos to tiktok concurrently (init + single-part upload per file).

Conclusion

You've successfully integrated Tiktok with Codex using Composio's Rube MCP server. Now you can interact with Tiktok directly from your terminal, VS Code, or the Codex App using natural language commands.

Key benefits of this setup:

  • Seamless integration across CLI, VS Code, and standalone app
  • Natural language commands for Tiktok operations
  • Managed authentication through Composio's Rube
  • Access to 20,000+ tools across 870+ apps for cross-app workflows
  • CodeAct workbench for complex tool chaining

Next steps:

  • Try asking Codex to perform various Tiktok operations
  • Explore cross-app workflows by connecting more toolkits
  • Build automation scripts that leverage Codex's AI capabilities

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FAQ

What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Tiktok MCP?

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

Can I use Tool Router MCP with Codex?

Yes, you can. Codex 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 Tiktok tools.

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

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

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