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# Shipi MCP Server

AI-powered multi-carrier shipping management for [Claude Desktop](https://claude.ai/download), [Claude Code](https://docs.anthropic.com/en/docs/claude-code), and any MCP-compatible AI client.

Ship packages, compare rates, manage addresses, and track shipments — all through natural conversation with AI.

## What You Can Do

Talk to your AI assistant naturally:

- *"List my recent shipments"*
- *"Get FedEx and UPS rates for a 5lb package from NYC to LA"*
- *"Create a shipment using my primary FedEx account"*
- *"Track package 794987330490"*
- *"Add a new shipper address for our LA warehouse"*
- *"Show me shipping stats for this month"*
- *"What's my account balance?"*

## 18 Tools Available

| Category | Tools |
|----------|-------|
| **Shipments** | `list_shipments`, `get_shipment`, `search_shipments`, `create_shipment`, `cancel_shipment` |
| **Rates** | `get_shipping_rates` — compare live rates across all carriers |
| **Pickup** | `schedule_pickup` — schedule carrier pickup at your location |
| **Tracking** | `track_shipment` — get tracking URL with auto carrier detection |
| **Labels** | `fetch_labels` — retrieve labels for printing |
| **Address Book** | `list_addresses`, `get_address`, `add_address`, `edit_address`, `delete_address` |
| **Carriers** | `list_carriers`, `get_carrier` — view configured carrier accounts |
| **Account** | `get_account_info`, `get_shipping_stats` — billing, plan, analytics |

## Supported Carriers

FedEx, UPS, USPS, DHL, DHL Express, Canada Post, Purolator, Canpar, Aramex, BlueDart, Delhivery, DTDC, Ecom Express, Australia Post, and more.

## Quick Setup

### 1. Get Your Integration Key

Log in to [Shipi Dashboard](https://app.myshipi.com) → **Settings** → **General** → copy your **Integration Key**.

### 2. Install

**Option A: Install from npm (recommended)**

```bash
npm install -g shipi-mcp-server
```

**Option B: Clone and install locally**

```bash
git clone https://github.com/aarsiv-groups/shipi-mcp-server.git
cd shipi-mcp-server
npm install
```

### 3. Configure Claude Desktop

Open Claude Desktop → Settings → Developer → Edit Config, and add:

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shipi": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["shipi-mcp-server"],
      "env": {
        "SHIPI_INTEGRATION_KEY": "your_integration_key_here"
      }
    }
  }
}
```

**If installed locally**, use the full path instead:

```json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shipi": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": ["C:/path/to/shipi-mcp-server/index.js"],
      "env": {
        "SHIPI_INTEGRATION_KEY": "your_integration_key_here"
      }
    }
  }
}
```

### 4. Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen Claude Desktop. You should see the Shipi tools available (hammer icon).

## Configuration

| Environment Variable | Required | Description |
|---------------------|----------|-------------|
| `SHIPI_INTEGRATION_KEY` | Yes | Your Shipi integration key |
| `SHIPI_BASE_URL` | No | API base URL (default: `https://app.myshipi.com`) |

## Example Conversations

### Compare shipping rates
> **You:** I need to ship a 3lb package from New York (10001) to Los Angeles (90001). What are my options?
>
> **Claude:** Let me check rates across your carriers... *[calls get_shipping_rates]*
>
> FedEx Ground: $12.50 (5-7 days), UPS Ground: $11.80 (5-7 days), FedEx Express: $28.90 (2 days)...

### Create a shipment
> **You:** Ship it with FedEx Ground
>
> **Claude:** I'll need the recipient details. What's the recipient name and full address?
>
> **You:** Jane Doe, 456 Oak Ave, Los Angeles CA 90001
>
> **Claude:** *[calls create_shipment]* Shipment created! Tracking: 794987330490, Label: [download link]

### Track packages
> **You:** Where is order ORD-1234?
>
> **Claude:** *[calls search_shipments]* Found it — shipped via FedEx, tracking 794987330490. *[calls track_shipment]* Track here: https://track.myshipi.com/?no=794987330490

## Requirements

- [Node.js](https://nodejs.org/) 18 or higher
- A [Shipi](https://myshipi.com) account with at least one carrier configured
- [Claude Desktop](https://claude.ai/download) or any MCP-compatible AI client

## Security

- Your integration key is stored locally on your machine (never sent to third parties)
- The MCP server only communicates with Shipi's API (`app.shipi.xyz`)
- Carrier API credentials are **never** exposed through the MCP tools
- All API calls use HTTPS

## Links

- [Shipi Website](https://myshipi.com)
- [Shipi Dashboard](https://app.myshipi.com)
- [API Documentation](https://resources.myshipi.com/category/general/api-reference/)
- [Support](mailto:support@myshipi.com)

## License

MIT

TDQS

A3.7/5.0

Scored across 18 tools

Disambiguation5/5

Each tool has a clearly distinct purpose targeting specific resources and actions, such as address management (add_address, edit_address, delete_address), shipment operations (create_shipment, cancel_shipment, track_shipment), and informational queries (get_shipping_rates, get_shipping_stats). There is no overlap or ambiguity in functionality, making tool selection straightforward for an agent.

Naming Consistency5/5

All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun pattern, such as 'add_address', 'cancel_shipment', 'get_account_info', and 'list_carriers'. This uniformity in naming conventions enhances readability and predictability, allowing agents to easily understand and navigate the tool set without confusion from mixed styles.

Tool Count5/5

With 18 tools, the server is well-scoped for its shipping and logistics domain, covering key areas like address management, shipment lifecycle, carrier operations, and analytics. Each tool serves a specific and necessary function, avoiding redundancy while providing comprehensive coverage, which is appropriate for the complexity of the domain.

Completeness5/5

The tool set offers complete CRUD/lifecycle coverage for shipping operations, including address management (create, read, update, delete), shipment handling (create, cancel, track, list, search), carrier management (list, get), and analytics (stats, rates). There are no obvious gaps, ensuring agents can perform all essential workflows without dead ends.

Maintenance

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