How to Use the Ask Kodiak MCP in Cursor

Q: What's the difference between a global and project setup for Ask Kodiak in Cursor?

A project-level mcp.json makes the Ask Kodiak tools available only for that specific project. A global setup in /.cursor/mcp.json lets you use the server across all your projects.

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This MCP Server connects Cursor's agent to the Ask Kodiak API. Instead of writing code with placeholder data, you can have the agent call `get_product` and insert the actual JSON response for an insurance policy directly into your editor. This means the code you write is already tested against the live API structure. Use `list_products` to find a policy, then `get_product` to fetch its full details. Your agent builds the API call and uses the real response.

Automate Industry Classification

When you're building logic around business types, you need the right codes. Ask Cursor's agent to find classifications with `list_classifications` or get suggestions with `suggest_naics`. The agent doesn't just show you the codes; it can write the code that uses them. For instance, you can ask it to generate a function that takes a business description and returns the top NAICS code suggestion from Ask Kodiak.

Your Ask Kodiak MCP Server in Cursor

Connecting this server is simple. Add it to your `mcp.json` file, and Cursor's agent immediately gets access to all seven Ask Kodiak tools. You can instantly check your setup with the `get_account_check` tool. This confirms the agent can talk to the Ask Kodiak API, so you can start pulling carrier lists with `list_companies` and product info without any friction.

Setup guide

Set up Ask Kodiak MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Ask Kodiak MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Ask Kodiak transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Ask Kodiak tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Ask Kodiak MCP in Cursor

In the chat, tell the agent: "Using Ask Kodiak, fetch the details for product ID 12345 and create a JSON test file with the response." The agent will use `get_product` and write the file for you.

Absolutely. Just ask it to "list all admitted carriers in California using Ask Kodiak." It will use the `list_companies` tool and can even format the output as a list in your code.

A project-level `mcp.json` makes the Ask Kodiak tools available only for that specific project. A global setup in `~/.cursor/mcp.json` lets you use the server across all your projects.

No. Vinkius handles the authentication. You just need the single MCP Server endpoint token provided by Vinkius to connect Cursor to the tools.

Your queries for insurance data are passed to the Ask Kodiak server through a secure, encrypted connection. The server itself is ephemeral and stateless—it processes the request and doesn't store your query history or any code from your editor.

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