How to Use the Brandwatch MCP in Windsurf
Pull consumer research into your Windsurf workflow to plan campaigns based on live social data.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Brandwatch MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect Brandwatch to Windsurf and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Search and tag social data in Windsurf
Cascade uses `get_mentions` to pull raw social data directly into your chat context. It identifies trends without you needing to tab-switch. You can organize these insights using `create_tag` and `list_tags` to keep your project research clean. Cascade sorts the noise so you focus on the signal.
Project management inside Windsurf
Use `list_projects` and `get_project` to fetch specific details about your active research streams. It keeps your current workspace synced with your actual dashboard setup. `list_dashboards` lets you browse available reports directly. You'll see exactly what your team sees without leaving the IDE.
Analyze query volume using Windsurf
Run `get_volume_aggregates` to see how search volume trends over time for any active query. This MCP server feeds the data straight into your analysis flow. `list_queries` ensures you always reference the correct search parameters. You'll get precise numbers for every market pulse check.
Set up Brandwatch MCP in Windsurf
Prerequisites
- Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP configuration
Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open
~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json. - 2
Add the Brandwatch MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the
mcpServersobject. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Refresh MCPs
Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
- 4
Verify in Cascade
Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my Brandwatch payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Brandwatch tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"brandwatch-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Brandwatch. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
Why Choose Vinkius
Vinkius connects your tools to AI with real-time monitoring and automatic cost savings — all from one dashboard.
Real-time monitoring
Live
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Connect your favorite tools to your AI and see exactly what's happening — every request, every response, in real time.
Built-in savings
60%
lower AI costs
Vinkius compresses data between your apps and your AI automatically. Lower bills every month — no configuration required.
Single dashboard
One
place for every integration
Every tool your AI connects to, managed from a single screen. One account, complete control.
Common questions about Brandwatch MCP in Windsurf
Use it with your favorite AI tools
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