Claude Integration with ShortURL MCP
📘 Overview Guide: Using Ace Data Cloud MCP in Claude →
Through ShortURL MCP, Claude can create single or batch short links and query current API information.
¶ What is MCP?
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open protocol launched by Anthropic that allows models like Claude to call external tools through a standard interface. In simple terms: equipping Claude with plugin capabilities.
Ace Data Cloud has encapsulated the core capabilities of ShortURL into a remote MCP Server, allowing Claude to directly:
- Generate a single short link (
shorturl_create) - Generate batch short links (
shorturl_batch_create) - Query API information / quota (
shorturl_get_api_info) - Review usage guidelines (
shorturl_get_usage_guide)
The entire integration requires just one URL, and the rest is handled by Claude.
¶ Adding ShortURL MCP in Claude.ai Web Version
💡 The integration in Claude.ai web version is OAuth direct connection, no need to copy API Token. You only need an account that can log in to Ace Data Cloud (GitHub / Google / WeChat are all acceptable).
¶ 1. Open Connectors Settings
Log in to https://claude.ai, click the avatar in the lower left corner → Settings → Customize → Connectors, or directly visit https://claude.ai/customize/connectors.
⚠️ The old entry
/settings/connectorshas been migrated to/customize/connectors. Accessing the old address will show a message "Connectors have moved to Customize".
¶ 2. Add ShortURL MCP Server
Click the plus sign in the upper right corner → Add custom connector, and fill in the pop-up dialog:
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | ShortURL (choose any name) |
| URL | https://shorturl.mcp.acedata.cloud/mcp |
Click Add, and Claude will automatically discover all tools exposed by the Server.
¶ 3. OAuth Authorization
Click Connect → Redirect to Ace Data Cloud OAuth authorization page → Log in with your account and click Allow. If you do not have an account yet, you can register at Ace Data Cloud.
¶ 4. Check Tool List
After authorization, return to Claude.ai, open the ShortURL Connector, and confirm the status is Connected. The tool list is dynamically provided by the Server; commonly used capabilities include single and batch short link generation. Whether to allow tools to run automatically should be set according to task sensitivity and your own permission preferences.
¶ Usage Examples
Prompt: Use ShortURL to shorten this URL: https://platform.acedata.cloud/documents/claude-desktop-mcp-all — return both the short URL and the QR code info if available.
Claude will call the short link tool and return the generated result. Please confirm the original URL is correct before creation; when involving private resources, ensure the short link does not expand access.
¶ More Use Cases (Same Connector)
Change the prompt to the following, and Claude will automatically select the appropriate tool:
Batch Shortening
Use ShortURL batch_create to shorten these 3 URLs in one call: https://platform.acedata.cloud, https://claude.ai, https://modelcontextprotocol.io.
→ Claude calls shorturl_batch_create, returning 3 short links at once.
Check API Information / Balance
Use ShortURL to check my API info / remaining quota.
→ Claude calls shorturl_get_api_info, informing you how much quota is left.
One-stop: Shorten Link + Generate Marketing Copy
Shorten https://my-product.com/launch with ShortURL, then write me a 100-character Twitter announcement that uses the short link.
→ Claude first calls shorturl_create, then directly writes the copy after obtaining the short link.
Combine with Other MCPs for Workflow
Generate a Flux poster of "AI agent revolution", upload, then use ShortURL to shorten the image URL for me.
→ Claude first uses Flux MCP to generate the image, then uses ShortURL to shorten the image URL.
¶ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does the tool still require confirmation? A: Claude will decide whether to require confirmation based on the tool and permission settings. Please check the permissions in the current tool list of the Connector; for operations involving external writing, publishing, or costs, it is recommended to keep confirmation.
Q: What if the balance is insufficient?
A: The error message will include insufficient balance. Please visit the Ace Data Cloud Console to check and replenish your quota.
Q: What advantages does it have over bit.ly / t.cn? A: ShortURL supports both single and batch creation and can be linked with other MCP workflows. Different platforms will determine link accessibility on their own, so it is advisable to check the actual target channel before publishing.
Q: Can Claude Desktop and Claude Code use it this way too? A: Yes. For details, see Claude Desktop + ShortURL MCP and Claude Code + ShortURL MCP.