How do I find my Ashby API Key?

Log in to Ashby, go to **Admin > API Keys**, and click **Create API Key**. Ensure you grant the necessary permissions (e.g., `jobsRead`, `candidatesRead`).

Why does this server use POST for all requests?

The Ashby API is designed as an RPC-style API where even data retrieval (reading) endpoints require a POST request with a JSON body.

Can I search for candidates by email?

Yes, use the `search_candidates` tool and provide the `email` parameter to find a specific candidate in your database.

Ashby MCP Server for Cursor 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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

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About Ashby MCP Server

The Ashby MCP Server provides a direct natural language interface to your Ashby recruiting platform. Empower your AI agent to manage your hiring pipeline, from job listing analysis to candidate search and application tracking.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Ashby into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Ashby and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

Key Features

Job Management — List all open, closed, and archived jobs, and retrieve detailed metadata for any specific position.
Candidate Sourcing — Search for candidates by name or email and access full profiles, including tags and contact details.
Application Tracking — Monitor the status of job applications and filter by job ID or workflow stage (e.g., Hired, Lead).
Interview Oversight — Retrieve lists of scheduled interviews to stay on top of your recruiting calendar.
Search Intelligence — Use powerful search tools to quickly find the right talent or job openings in your organization.
Secure Integration — Uses secure HTTP Basic Authentication with your Ashby API key.

The Ashby MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor 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 Ashby to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Ashby MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Ashby

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Ashby, help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Ashby MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Ashby through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Ashby + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Ashby MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Ashby MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Ashby to Cursor via MCP:

get_account_check

Verify Ashby account connection

get_application_info

Get details for a specific application

get_candidate_info

Get detailed information for a specific candidate

get_job_info

Get detailed information for a specific job

list_applications

List all job applications

list_candidates

List all candidates in Ashby

list_interviews

List all interviews

list_jobs

Supports status filtering. List all job listings in Ashby

search_candidates

Search for candidates by email or name

search_jobs

Search for jobs by title

Example Prompts for Ashby in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Ashby immediately.

"List all currently opened jobs in Ashby."

"Search for a candidate named 'John Doe'."

"Show me the details of application 'app_998877'."

Troubleshooting Ashby MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Ashby to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Ashby + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Ashby MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.