> ## Knowledge Base Index > Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://help.prospeo.io/sitemap.xml > Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further. > Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash). # How to Connect Prospeo to Claude Using the MCP Server # How to Connect Prospeo to Claude Using the MCP Server Connect Prospeo to Claude so you can find verified emails, mobile numbers, and company data right inside your Claude conversations. || Note: This integration is linked to your account only. It is not shared across the team. ### What Is MCP? MCP (Model Context Protocol) is the standard that lets an AI app like Claude connect to outside tools like Prospeo. Once connected, you can ask Claude to look up leads and enrich contacts using Prospeo, without leaving your chat. ### Requirements * A Prospeo account with API access. * Claude installed ([Claude Desktop](https://claude.ai/download)) or [Claude Code](https://claude.ai/download) set up on your machine. ### Step 1: Connect Prospeo to Claude 1. In Prospeo, go to the [**Integrations**](https://app.prospeo.io/integration) page on the left sidebar. 2. Find **MCP** in the list and click **Connect**. 3. Click **Connect your MCP** to open the connection details. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/1_l4wq2b.png =877xauto) 4. In the **Use with Claude** dialog, you'll see two ways to connect: * **Claude Desktop** — connect to the hosted server (no installation needed). Copy the URL `https://mcp.prospeo.io` and add it as a connector. * **Claude Code** — run the provided command in your terminal to add Prospeo. You'll swap in your own Prospeo API key where the command shows `YOUR_API_KEY`. For this guide, we'll continue with **Claude Desktop**. Copy the **Claude Desktop** URL to proceed. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/2-1_g33moy.png =442xauto) 5. Open Claude Desktop and click **Customize** on the left sidebar. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/3_1sp12qd.png =858xauto) 6. Click **Connectors**. 7. Click the **plus icon** to add a custom connector. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/4_1epqcls.png =903xauto) 8. Name your custom connector (in this case, "Prospeo") and paste in the Prospeo MCP URL you copied earlier. Then click **Add**. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/5_2o2d7m.png =664xauto) 9. Once added, Prospeo will appear under **Not connected**, confirming it was added properly. 10. Click **Connect** to link it to your Prospeo account. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/6_etnq6x.png =948xauto) 11. You'll be directed to the Prospeo website. Click **Authorize** to proceed. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/7_1ls55sy.png =942xauto) 12. Return to Claude Desktop. Prospeo will now appear in the **Web** section, meaning it's connected properly. 13. Adjust the permission settings as you wish. These can be changed at any time. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/8_o30ze0.png =1031xauto) ||| Note: Using Claude Code instead? After running the terminal command in Step 1, Prospeo is added directly, no connector setup needed. For full Claude Code setup instructions, see the [Prospeo MCP Server Documentation](https://prospeo.io/mcp-docs/quick-start). ### Step 2: Using Prospeo in Your Claude Conversations 1. Type your query in Claude's prompt box (for example, "Tell me about the company Stripe"). Then make sure the Prospeo connector is active by clicking the **plus icon** to open the dropdown menu. 2. Click **Connectors**. 3. Make sure **Prospeo** is enabled. 4. Send your prompt. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/9_lh0yge.png =839xauto) 5. Depending on the permission settings you chose earlier, you may get a prompt asking for permission to proceed with the action. You can click **Allow** to continue. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/10_4xu8aa.png =723xauto) 6. Claude will answer your question using Prospeo's data. ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/f/8/3/5/f835425519a84000/11_13jhoss.png =834xauto) ### What You Can Do with Prospeo in Claude Once connected, you can ask Claude to use Prospeo for tasks like: * Finding a person's verified work email and mobile number * Searching for prospects that match your target criteria (title, location, seniority, and more) * Getting a full company profile, including headcount, funding, and tech stack * Checking your Prospeo credit balance, plan, and renewal date ### Credit Usage Using Prospeo through Claude consumes credits the same way as using Prospeo directly: * Finding a person's email: **1 credit** (email only) or **10 credits** (email + mobile) * Enriching a company profile: **1 credit** * Searching people or companies: **1 credit per results page** * Checking your account info: **free** --- ### FAQs ###### Which Prospeo plans support the MCP integration? Any plan with API access (Starter, Growth, or Pro). The Free plan has limited API access but may work for testing. ###### Does this use my Prospeo credits? Yes. Each Prospeo action run through Claude consumes credits the same way as using Prospeo directly. See our [MCP docs](https://prospeo.io/mcp-docs) for a full breakdown. ###### Do I need to install anything to connect Prospeo to Claude? It depends on which one you use. Claude Desktop connects to Prospeo's hosted MCP server at `https://mcp.prospeo.io` with nothing to install, you just add it as a custom connector. Claude Code uses a short terminal command to add Prospeo instead. ###### Why isn't Claude using Prospeo when I ask a question? Make sure the Prospeo connector is enabled for your conversation. Click the **plus icon**, go to **Connectors**, and confirm **Prospeo** is switched on before sending your prompt. ###### Can I use Prospeo with other AI tools besides Claude? Yes. Prospeo's MCP server works with any MCP-compatible client. See our [MCP docs](https://prospeo.io/mcp-docs) for the full list and setup instructions. ###### I lost or need to replace my connection. What do I do? You can remove and re-add the Prospeo connector in Claude Desktop under **Customize → Connectors**, then reconnect and authorize again. ### Related Articles * [Prospeo MCP Server Documentation](https://prospeo.io/mcp-docs) * [Overview of Prospeo Integrations](https://help.prospeo.io/en/article/overview-of-prospeo-integrations-wz4nv9/)