How to Use the CloudConvert MCP in Windsurf
Convert media formats directly in Windsurf using Cascade to chain file jobs without manual hand-offs.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect CloudConvert MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect CloudConvert 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.
Automate file processing in Windsurf
Cascade uses `create_conversion_job` to handle format changes. You just drop a file, and the agent triggers the conversion workflow instantly. It runs the logic without you clicking through web forms. Cascade handles the heavy lifting while you focus on the actual code.
Track conversion status inside Windsurf
Use `get_conversion_job_details` to pull current progress into your editor. You see exactly when a file is ready for your project. This keeps your context window clean. You stop switching tabs to check if your assets finished processing.
Manage your conversion credits in Windsurf
Call `get_my_cloudconvert_profile` to check your remaining balance. You avoid hitting limits mid-task by keeping an eye on your usage. This MCP server gives you full visibility. You know exactly where you stand before starting a new job.
Set up CloudConvert 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 CloudConvert 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 CloudConvert payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the CloudConvert tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"cloudconvert-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 CloudConvert. 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
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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 CloudConvert MCP in Windsurf
Use it with your favorite AI tools
Connect this server to Cursor, Claude, VS Code, and more.
Start using the CloudConvert MCP today
We host it, we monitor it, we maintain it. You just paste one token.
