How to Use the BugHerd MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I configure the BugHerd MCP Server in Cursor?

Create a .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root and add the BugHerd configuration. Enable Agent mode in your Cursor chat to start invoking the tools.

Q: Can I view the entire BugHerd feedback queue inside Cursor?

Yes, the agent uses listfeedback to fetch the queue and display it in your editor sidebar. You can then ask Cursor to explain or fix any item on that list.

Q: How do I assign a bug to myself from the editor?

Ask the agent to assign the task to you. It will run listusers to find your ID and then call updatetask to update the assignee field on the board.

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Code against real BugHerd tasks in Cursor

The `get_task` tool pulls exact BugHerd bug descriptions and user metadata directly into your Cursor editor. Instead of copying and pasting bug reports, your Cursor agent reads the actual ticket details to understand what needs fixing. The agent then writes the code to fix the bug using the live API context. This means you write code against actual user reports rather than outdated, manual notes.

Update BugHerd statuses directly from the Cursor MCP Server

The `update_task` tool lets your Cursor agent mark bugs as resolved the moment you save your code. Once the agent verifies the fix in your local workspace, it changes the BugHerd ticket status without you switching applications. This tight integration between your editor and this MCP Server ensures your project board stays updated in real time. You don't have to remember to close tickets manually after a git push.

Map codebases to BugHerd projects instantly

The `list_projects` tool lets your agent scan your active BugHerd projects to find the one that matches your current Cursor workspace. Once matched, the agent uses `list_tasks` to fetch the active backlog for your specific repository. This allows you to ask Cursor which bugs in the codebase you should tackle next. The agent lists the issues, pulls up the details, and gets to work on the files.

Setup guide

Set up BugHerd 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 BugHerd 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 BugHerd transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the BugHerd tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about BugHerd MCP in Cursor

Create a `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root and add the BugHerd configuration. Enable Agent mode in your Cursor chat to start invoking the tools.

Yes, you can instruct your Cursor agent to run your test suite and call `create_task` if a test fails. The agent will populate the bug report with the terminal error logs.

Yes, the agent uses `list_feedback` to fetch the queue and display it in your editor sidebar. You can then ask Cursor to explain or fix any item on that list.

Ask the agent to assign the task to you. It will run `list_users` to find your ID and then call `update_task` to update the assignee field on the board.

All calls to retrieve your BugHerd organization settings or project metadata run through an encrypted, ephemeral connection. Your credentials are never saved on our servers, keeping your workspace configuration safe.

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