Getting Started with Pluvo MCP

How much time do you spend each week manually building lesson modules in Pluvo? Think about designing a structure, writing content, and creating questions. With the Pluvo MCP connector, an AI assistant like Claude, ChatGPT, or Mistral (Le Chat) takes over most of that work. You give the instruction in plain language, and the AI handles the rest — in a fraction of the time. No technical knowledge required.

After reading this article, you'll know what MCP is, which AI assistant suits you best, and how to get started today.

Note: To use the MCP connector, you need a Pluvo Complete subscription. Contact Pluvo support if you're unsure whether this applies to your academy.

Note: This article is a snapshot in time. The world of AI and MCP is evolving rapidly — features, interfaces, and supported tools change regularly. If you notice something that's no longer accurate, check the latest information via your AI assistant's help center or send us a message via the support chat.

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It sounds technical, but the concept is simple: it's a connection between an AI assistant like Claude, ChatGPT, or Mistral (Le Chat) and your Pluvo academy.

Normally, an AI assistant works like a smart conversation: you type something, and the AI responds. But the AI can't do anything outside that conversation. It can't create lesson modules, edit content, or add questions — unless there's a connection.

That's exactly what MCP does. It gives the AI permission and access to perform actions in Pluvo on your behalf. You type an instruction in plain language, and the AI carries it out directly — without you having to log in to Pluvo or navigate through menus.

Think of it like an assistant who has access to your workspace. You give the instruction, the assistant executes it.

What can the AI do — and what can't it do?

The AI can:

• Create a new lesson module, including title, description, and cover image
• Build a lesson module based on your own source materials such as a PDF, website, or PowerPoint presentation
• Add, rename, or reorder chapters and lesson modules
• Write and edit text content within a lesson
• Create questions: multiple choice, open-ended, fill-in-the-blank, and more
• Summarize an existing lesson module or retrieve its structure
• Upload existing online images
• Adjust the layout and styling of a lesson module
• Translate a lesson module

The AI cannot (yet):

• Enroll, manage, or view the progress of participants
• Create or award certificates
• Manage payment settings or subscriptions
• Set up or send email notifications
• Configure learning path conditions
• Retrieve reports
• Perform actions for which your Pluvo account lacks editing permissions

Is using the MCP connector safe?

A fair question — after all, you're giving an AI assistant access to your academy. Short answer: yes, and your organization stays in full control.

• The AI can only perform actions that your Pluvo account has permission for. If your account doesn't have access to a particular course, neither does the AI. The AI cannot view other academies or access participant data. The connection runs through your personal MCP server URL — a secured link available only to users with the appropriate access.
• You decide which AI assistant to connect, when to enable the connection, and when to turn it off. No persistent background connection is maintained. All actions the AI performs are visible in Pluvo — you can always review what was done and undo it if needed.
• Your organization consciously chooses which AI tool to connect — for example, because you already have a business subscription, because you prefer a European provider for privacy compliance, or because your IT department has specific requirements. Want to know which tool best fits your organization's policy? Consult your IT department.

Note: Only add MCP connectors from sources you trust. The Pluvo MCP server URL belongs to your own academy and is safe. Never add an unknown server URL sent to you by someone else.

Which AI assistant is right for you?

There are several AI assistants you can use with the Pluvo MCP connector. Below you'll find what each one requires and what to expect.

Note: This article is a snapshot in time. The world of AI and MCP is evolving rapidly — features, interfaces, and supported tools change regularly. If you notice something that's no longer accurate, check the latest information via your AI assistant's help center or send us a message via the support chat.

Claude

• Subscription: Pro, Max, Team, or Enterprise. A free account is not sufficient for a custom connector like Pluvo
• Setup: Via a click-based interface, no technical knowledge required
• Usage: Executes multiple steps in sequence without requiring intermediate confirmations
• Notable: Claude is developed by the same company that created the MCP standard, making the integration the smoothest of all options
• Team/Enterprise: An Owner or Admin must first set up the connector organization-wide

Le Chat (Mistral)

• Subscription: Mistral Studio (can be used with a free account)
• Setup: Via a click-based interface, no technical knowledge required
• Usage: Works quickly and doesn't require intermediate confirmations
• Notable: Mistral is a European company, fully GDPR-compliant — a strong choice for organizations that deliberately opt for a European provider

ChatGPT

• Subscription: Plus, Pro, Business, or Enterprise. A free account is not sufficient
• Setup: Slightly more cumbersome than Claude or Mistral (Le Chat) — requires enabling Developer Mode (beta)
• Usage: Requires a click to confirm each change in Pluvo. Useful as an extra check, but slows things down when working on larger courses

Microsoft Copilot

• Subscription: Requires Microsoft 365 Business or Enterprise with access to Copilot Studio
• Setup: Requires an IT administrator. Still in technical development. We'll update this article once it becomes possible to set up a connector via Copilot Studio
• Usage: Interesting for organizations already fully within the Microsoft ecosystem, but not an option without technical support

Gemini

• Subscription: No relevant free or paid consumer subscription available for this integration
• Setup: Requires technical expertise or an IT administrator. No click-based interface for general users
• Usage: Not currently suitable for academy administrators without a technical background

Pros and cons at a glance

Getting started: follow this checklist

Step 1: Check your Pluvo account

Make sure you have an active Pluvo account with editing permissions on at least one course. Not sure whether MCP is enabled for your academy? Get in touch by sending a message in the Pluvo Support Chat.

Step 2: Retrieve your MCP server URL

Your MCP server URL looks like this:

https://youracademy.pluvo.com/mcp

Step 3: Set up the connector — ask your AI assistant directly

The steps for setting up an MCP connector vary by AI assistant and are updated regularly. Instead of providing a step-by-step guide that quickly becomes outdated, we give you a prompt you can paste directly into your AI assistant. The AI knows its own interface best and will always give you the most up-to-date instructions.

Copy this prompt and paste it into your AI assistant:

"I want to connect an external MCP server to your interface. The server is called 'Pluvo Academy' and the URL is: https://youracademy.pluvo.com/mcp. Can you walk me through how to do this in your current interface, step by step? I have no technical background, so please explain it as simply as possible."

The AI will then guide you through exactly the steps you need to follow, tailored to the version and interface you're currently using.

Note: If you don't see the option to add a custom MCP server, this feature may not be available in your subscription. Check the comparison overview in this article to confirm which subscription you need, or contact Pluvo Support.

Step 4: Run a first test

Test the connection with a simple instruction:

"Give me an overview of the lesson modules in my Pluvo academy."

Does the AI respond with a list of your lesson modules? Then the connection is working. If not, check that the MCP server URL was entered correctly, that the connector is enabled in the conversation, and that your Pluvo account has editing permissions. Still stuck? Contact Pluvo support.

Step 5: Give your first real instruction

You're ready to get started. Give a concrete instruction in plain language, then always verify the result in Pluvo itself. The AI can make mistakes or interpret things differently than intended.

Inspiration: what can you ask the AI?

Here are example instructions to get you started. Copy them and adapt them to your situation.

Creating lesson modules

• "Create a lesson module on workplace fire safety with four chapters: Recognizing Hazards, Prevention, Escape Routes, and What to Do in Case of Fire"
• "Create an onboarding course for new employees. Use a warm, accessible tone"
• "Create a lesson module with five short knowledge quizzes on GDPR legislation"
• "Translate the full content of the lesson module '[module name]' into [language]. Keep the existing structure, chapters, and questions exactly as they are. Only adjust the text — do not change the layout, order, or formatting. Use a professional and accessible writing style that matches the original tone of the module. Leave the following terms untranslated: [term 1], [term 2]."
• "I'm uploading a PDF here. Based on the content of this document, create a new lesson module in my Pluvo academy. Use the following structure: give the module the title '[name]', create a separate chapter for each main topic in the document, write a short introductory text per chapter, and add at least two questions per chapter that test the key points. Use a [formal/accessible] writing style suitable for [target audience, e.g.: new employees with no prior knowledge / experienced professionals in the healthcare sector]."

Editing content

• "Rewrite the introduction text of chapter 2 in the lesson module 'Working Safely'. Make it shorter and suitable for people without a technical background"
• "Add a summary to the last chapter of the lesson module 'Onboarding'"
• "Update the title and description of the course 'HR Basics'. The new title is 'Working at [company name]'."

Creating questions

• "Create three multiple-choice questions about chapter 1 of the lesson module 'Fire Safety'. Provide four answer options and indicate which one is correct."
• "Add an open reflection question to the end of the lesson module 'Onboarding': What do you take away from this e-learning?"
• "Create a fill-in-the-blank exercise about the five steps of the onboarding process."

Structure and overview

• "Give me an overview of all lesson modules in my academy."
• "Describe the structure of the lesson module 'Working Safely'. Which chapters and components does this course contain?"
• "Check whether all chapters in the lesson module 'Onboarding' have an introductory text."

Adjusting layout and styling

• "Change the color of the lesson module 'Onboarding' to match our organization's brand color."
• "Set an image as the cover image for the lesson module 'Fire Safety'."
• "Make sure all chapters in the lesson module 'HR Basics' have the same formatting."

Creating tables

• "Turn the pros and cons of the three working methods in chapter 2 into a clear table."
• "Create a table with two columns: on the left, the step in the onboarding process; on the right, who is responsible for it."
• "List the five rules from the code of conduct in a table with one column for the rule and one column with a practical example."

Converting text into visual overviews

• "Convert the bullet list in chapter 3 into a step-by-step overview that's easy to scan."
• "Turn the introduction text of the course 'Working Safely' into a short visual summary highlighting the key points."
• "Rewrite the process description in chapter 1 as a numbered step-by-step plan instead of continuous prose."

Tip: Start with a small edit to an existing lesson module before building a new course from scratch. This helps you quickly learn how the AI responds and what's possible — without risking anything in a module that's already live.

Stay up to date

The interfaces of AI assistants change regularly. The steps your AI assistant describes may look slightly different than expected, or new features may have become available. When in doubt, consult your AI assistant's help page for the most current information, or contact Pluvo support.

Here are the update pages per AI assistant:

• Claude → support.claude.com
• Le Chat (Mistral) → mistral.ai/news and help.mistral.ai
• ChatGPT → help.openai.com
• Microsoft Copilot → learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/copilot/release-notes
• Gemini → gemini.google.com/updates

Want to learn more about MCP as a standard and the latest developments around the protocol itself? Visit modelcontextprotocol.info — the official website of the MCP project.

Updated on: 06/05/2026