Can I scrape a URL directly without creating a scraper first?

Yes! Use the `direct_scrape` tool and provide the URL. It will use Browserhub's real browsers to render the page and extract data based on your parameters instantly.

How do I monitor the progress of a scraping job?

Simply ask the agent to `get_scraping_job` and provide the Job ID. It will return the current status (e.g., pending, running, finished) and the result data once ready.

Can I specify a proxy location for my scraping request?

Yes. When using `direct_scrape`, you can provide a `proxy_country` code. Use the `list_proxy_locations` tool to see the full list of supported countries in your account.

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

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

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About Browserhub MCP Server

Connect your Browserhub.io account to any AI agent and orchestrate your web scraping, data extraction, and proxy management workflows through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Browserhub into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Browserhub 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.

What you can do

Scraper Oversight — List all your configured scrapers and blueprints, and retrieve detailed metadata for each.
Job Execution — Trigger scraping jobs with dynamic URL overrides and monitor their progress in real-time.
Direct Scraping — Perform one-off URL extractions using real browsers without pre-defined scrapers.
Data Retrieval — Retrieve structured data captured by your jobs directly into your workspace.
Infrastructure Management — List available proxy locations and check your account credit balance.
Task History — List and inspect all your previous scraping jobs.

The Browserhub 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 Browserhub to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Browserhub 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 Browserhub

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

Why Use Cursor with the Browserhub MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Browserhub 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

Browserhub + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Browserhub 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

Browserhub MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

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

direct_scrape

Perform a one-off URL scrape without a pre-defined scraper

get_account_balance

Check account credit balance

get_blueprint

Get details of a specific blueprint

get_scraper

Get details of a specific scraper

get_scraping_job

Get status and results of a scraping job

list_blueprints

List all scraper blueprints

list_proxy_locations

List all available proxy locations

list_scrapers

List all configured scrapers

list_scraping_jobs

List all scraping jobs

run_scraper

Start a scraping job using a specific scraper

Example Prompts for Browserhub in Cursor

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

"List all my configured scrapers in Browserhub."

"Scrape the URL https://example.com using the 'E-commerce' scraper."

"Check my Browserhub account credit balance."

Troubleshooting Browserhub MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Browserhub 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.

Browserhub + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Browserhub 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.