How do I get my Attio Personal Access Token?

Log in to your Attio account, go to **Workspace Settings > Developers**, and you can create a new Personal Access Token (PAT) there.

What are 'Attributes' in Attio?

Attributes are the columns or fields on an object (e.g., Name, Email, Deal Value). You can list them using the `list_attributes` tool.

How does 'assert_record' work?

The `assert_record` tool performs an 'upsert'. It checks if a record with a specific matching attribute (like an email address) already exists. If it does, it updates it; if not, it creates a new record.

Attio MCP Server for Cursor 9 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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

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About Attio MCP Server

The Attio MCP Server brings powerful CRM capabilities directly to your AI agent. Seamlessly manage your relationship data, from standard objects like People and Companies to custom entities and complex record attributes using simple natural language.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Attio into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Attio and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 9 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

Key Features

Object Oversight — List all data objects (tables) in your workspace and retrieve detailed metadata for any specific entity.
Record Management — Query, create, and update records for any object, including people, companies, and deals.
Smart Assert (Upsert) — Use the assert_record tool to automatically create or update records based on unique matching attributes (e.g., email).
Attribute Intelligence — Access available fields (attributes) for any object to understand your data structure.
Global Search — Perform fuzzy searches across multiple objects simultaneously to find relevant records instantly.
Secure API Integration — Uses secure Bearer Token authentication with your Attio Personal Access Token (PAT).

The Attio MCP Server exposes 9 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 Attio to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Attio 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 Attio

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Attio, help me...". 9 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Attio MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Attio 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

Attio + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Attio 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

Attio MCP Tools for Cursor (9)

These 9 tools become available when you connect Attio to Cursor via MCP:

assert_record

Upsert a record (update if exists, create otherwise)

create_record

Create a new record in an object

get_account_check

Verify Attio account connection

get_object

Get metadata for a specific object

get_record

Retrieve a specific record by ID

list_attributes

List all attributes (columns) for a specific object

list_objects

List all objects (tables) in the Attio workspace

query_records

Query and filter records for a specific object

search_records

Global fuzzy search across all objects (Beta)

Example Prompts for Attio in Cursor

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

"Search for any companies named 'Acme' in my CRM."

"Assert a person record for 'Jane Doe' with email 'jane@example.com'."

"List all deal stages and attributes for 'Deals'."

Troubleshooting Attio MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Attio 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.

Attio + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Attio 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.