> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.carto.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.carto.com/carto-for-agents/connect-your-platform/claude.md).

# Claude

Claude is the simplest CARTO connection. Claude.ai and Claude Desktop support **Client ID Metadata Document (CIMD)** registration, so CARTO recognizes them automatically — there's **no OAuth client to create and nothing to register**. You point Claude at the MCP Server URL and sign in. Both also [render CARTO maps inline](/carto-for-agents/connect-your-platform.md#which-platforms-render-maps-inline) in the conversation.

{% hint style="info" %}
This zero-config sign-in is a property of CIMD, which Claude clients support and most others don't. See [Connecting with OAuth](/carto-for-agents/mcp-server/connecting-with-oauth.md#the-simplest-path-clients-that-support-cimd) for how CARTO handles clients that lack it.
{% endhint %}

For the terminal coding agent, see [Claude Code](/carto-for-agents/connect-your-platform/claude-code.md).

**Before you start:** copy your **MCP Server URL** from CARTO Workspace under **Developers > Workflow API & MCP Server**.

## Claude.ai (web)

1. In Claude, open **Settings > Connectors**.
2. Click **Add custom connector**.
3. Give it a name (e.g. `CARTO`) and paste your **MCP Server URL**.
4. Click **Add**, then **Connect**. You're redirected to CARTO — log in to authorize access.

The CARTO tools are now available in your conversations. Ask something like *"List my CARTO connections"* to confirm.

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## Claude Desktop

1. Open **Settings > Connectors**.
2. Click **Add custom connector**.
3. Name it and paste your **MCP Server URL**.
4. Complete the CARTO sign-in when prompted.

{% hint style="info" %}
Claude connects over OAuth, so the agent gets the **full tool surface** — creating and editing maps, authoring Workflows, and admin. If your org uses SSO, use the **SSO login** URL from the Workspace instead.
{% endhint %}


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