How do I get my AntChain Access Key and Secret Key?

Log in to the AntChain BaaS console, navigate to the API Management or Developer Center section, and create a new API credential pair. You'll receive an Access Key (public identifier) and a Secret Key (used for HMAC-SHA256 signature generation). The Secret Key is shown only once — save it immediately. These credentials authenticate all your API requests.

What's the difference between querying a block and querying a transaction?

A block query returns information about the container itself — block height, hash, timestamp, transaction count, and the previous block hash. A transaction query returns details about a specific operation within a block — sender/receiver addresses, gas used, execution status, return values, and whether the transaction succeeded or reverted. Use blocks to explore the chain structure, and transactions to verify individual operations.

Can I deploy smart contracts through this MCP server?

Yes! Use the `deploy_contract` tool to upload and deploy compiled smart contract bytecode to your AntChain network. You'll need the contract bytecode (in hex format), a name for the contract, and optionally the ABI for future interactions. After deployment, you can invoke contract methods using the `invoke_contract` tool. Make sure your account has sufficient permissions and balance for deployment.

AntChain MCP Server for Windsurf 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "antchain": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About AntChain MCP Server

Connect your AntChain (蚂蚁链) BaaS platform account to any AI agent and gain complete visibility and control over your enterprise blockchain operations through natural conversation. AntChain is Alibaba Group's blockchain-as-a-service platform, designed for consortium chains, enterprise smart contracts, and secure decentralized applications.

Windsurf's Cascade agent chains multiple AntChain tool calls autonomously. query data, analyze results, and generate code in a single agentic session. Paste Vinkius Edge URL, reload, and all 10 tools are immediately available. Real-time tool feedback appears inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor.

What you can do

Block Exploration — Query detailed information about any block by height or hash, including transaction counts and timestamps
Transaction Tracking — Inspect individual transactions by hash or ID, verifying status, gas consumption, and execution results
Smart Contract Management — Deploy new contracts, invoke contract methods, and query contract metadata and ABIs
Account Inspection — Check account balances, nonce values, and metadata for any wallet address on the chain
Network Monitoring — View network topology, node status, consensus state, and chain health metrics
Chain Discovery — List all blockchain networks available to your organization with their configurations
Recent Activity — Monitor the latest transactions and network activity in real-time

The AntChain MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Windsurf in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect AntChain to Windsurf via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the AntChain MCP Server with Windsurf.

Open MCP Settings

Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"

Add the server

Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json

Save and reload

Windsurf will detect the new server automatically

Start using AntChain

Open Cascade and ask: "Using AntChain, help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Windsurf with the AntChain MCP Server

Windsurf provides unique advantages when paired with AntChain through the Model Context Protocol.

Windsurf's Cascade agent autonomously chains multiple tool calls in sequence, solving complex multi-step tasks without manual intervention

Purpose-built for agentic workflows. Cascade understands context across your entire codebase and integrates MCP tools natively

JSON-based configuration means zero code changes: paste a URL, reload, and all 10 tools are immediately available

Real-time tool feedback is displayed inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor without switching contexts

AntChain + Windsurf Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Windsurf combined with the AntChain MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Automated code generation: ask Cascade to fetch data from AntChain and generate models, types, or handlers based on real API responses

Live debugging: query AntChain tools mid-session to inspect production data while debugging without leaving the editor

Documentation generation: pull schema information from AntChain and have Cascade generate comprehensive API docs automatically

Rapid prototyping: combine AntChain data with Cascade's code generation to scaffold entire features in minutes

AntChain MCP Tools for Windsurf (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect AntChain to Windsurf via MCP:

deploy_contract

Requires the contract bytecode (compiled bytecode in hex format) and optionally the ABI (Application Binary Interface) for interaction. Returns the deployed contract address and deployment transaction details. The contract will be available under the specified name. Deploy a smart contract on AntChain

get_chain_list

Returns chain IDs, names, creation dates, status, and basic configuration. Use this to discover which blockchains you have access to before performing operations. List all available blockchain networks in your AntChain account

invoke_contract

Provide the contract name, method name, and any required arguments. Returns the execution result including return values, gas consumption, and transaction status. Use this to interact with deployed contracts. Invoke a smart contract method on AntChain

query_account

Use this to inspect account state and activity. Query account information on AntChain

query_account_balance

Returns the available balance and any locked/pending amounts. Useful for checking if an account has sufficient funds for transactions or contract interactions. Query account balance on AntChain

query_block

Returns block metadata including timestamp, transaction count, hash, and previous block reference. Use either blockHeight or blockHash to identify the block. Query block details from an AntChain blockchain

query_contract

Useful for inspecting contract configuration before invocation. Query smart contract information on AntChain

query_latest_transactions

Useful for monitoring network activity, auditing recent transactions, or getting a snapshot of current blockchain operations. Returns a list of recent transactions with their status and metadata. Query the latest transactions on an AntChain blockchain

query_network_info

Useful for monitoring blockchain infrastructure health. Query blockchain network information on AntChain

query_transaction

Returns transaction status, sender, receiver, gas used, block inclusion, and execution result. Useful for verifying transaction finality and inspecting transaction details. Query a transaction on AntChain

Example Prompts for AntChain in Windsurf

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Windsurf agent to start working with AntChain immediately.

"Show me the latest 5 transactions on my default AntChain network."

"What's the balance of account 0x742d35Cc6634C0532925a3b844Bc9e7595e0bFa8?"

"Invoke the 'transfer' method on contract 'TokenContract' with args {"to": "0x123...", "amount": 100}."

Troubleshooting AntChain MCP Server with Windsurf

Common issues when connecting AntChain to Windsurf through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Server not connecting

Check Settings → MCP for the server status. Try toggling it off and on.

AntChain + Windsurf FAQ

Common questions about integrating AntChain MCP Server with Windsurf.

How does Windsurf discover MCP tools?

Windsurf reads the mcp_config.json file on startup and connects to each configured server via Streamable HTTP. Tools are listed in the MCP panel and available to Cascade automatically.

Can Cascade chain multiple MCP tool calls?

Yes. Cascade is an agentic system. it can plan and execute multi-step workflows, calling several tools in sequence to accomplish complex tasks without manual prompting between steps.

Does Windsurf support multiple MCP servers?

Yes. Add as many servers as needed in mcp_config.json. Each server's tools appear in the MCP panel and Cascade can use tools from different servers in a single flow.