How to Use the BulkSMS.com MCP in VS Code Copilot
Run team-wide BulkSMS.com messaging tests and manage contact lists directly from VS Code Copilot.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect BulkSMS.com MCP to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect BulkSMS.com to VS Code Copilot and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Trigger SMS dispatches straight from VS Code Copilot
The `send_sms` tool allows your development team to dispatch live text messages directly through the VS Code Copilot chat panel using BulkSMS.com. You can verify routing and message formatting during active development in VS Code Copilot without swapping to the BulkSMS.com web interface.
Monitor balances using this communication MCP Server
The `get_credits` tool retrieves your current BulkSMS.com balance directly inside VS Code Copilot to prevent failed test runs. You can also query BulkSMS.com account limits with `get_profile` to ensure your VS Code Copilot messaging volume fits within your plan.
Track delivery status and manage subscriber lists
The `get_delivery_status` tool queries the BulkSMS.com gateway to show you in VS Code Copilot exactly when a recipient receives your text. Organizing test phone numbers is simple with `create_contact` and `list_contacts`, which let you build and inspect BulkSMS.com directories on the fly in VS Code Copilot.
Set up BulkSMS.com MCP in VS Code Copilot
Prerequisites
- VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP configuration
Open the Command Palette (
Cmd+Shift+P/Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create.vscode/mcp.jsonin your workspace. - 2
Add the BulkSMS.com MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your
.vscode/mcp.json. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Switch to Agent mode
Open Copilot Chat (
Cmd+Shift+I/Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes. - 4
Verify the connection
In the Copilot Chat input, type
#to list available tools. You should see the BulkSMS.com tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent BulkSMS.com transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.
{
"mcpServers": {
"bulksmscom-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 BulkSMS.com. 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.
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