Crowdin MCP Server for Cursor 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.
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About Crowdin MCP Server
Integrate Crowdin, the leading localization management platform, directly into your AI workflow. Manage your translation projects, monitor file statuses, and track localization tasks using natural language.
Cursor's Agent mode turns Crowdin into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Crowdin 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
- Project Management — List and retrieve detailed settings and statuses for all your localization projects.
- File Operations — Monitor files within projects and retrieve specific file metadata.
- Task & Workflow Tracking — Track translation and proofreading tasks to ensure timely delivery.
- Resource Insights — Access glossaries, translation memories, and supported language lists via chat.
The Crowdin 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 Crowdin to Cursor via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Crowdin 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 Crowdin
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Crowdin, help me...". 10 tools available
Why Use Cursor with the Crowdin MCP Server
Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Crowdin 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
Crowdin + Cursor Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Crowdin 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
Crowdin MCP Tools for Cursor (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Crowdin to Cursor via MCP:
get_file_details
Touches file structure, revision history, and per-language translation status boundaries. Get metadata for a specific file in a project
get_project_details
Touches source/target language settings and project-level activity summary boundaries. Get detailed settings and status for a project
list_glossaries
Resolves glossary names, IDs, and language pairs used for terminology management. List all glossaries available in the account
list_project_files
Resolves file names, IDs, paths, and current translation progress metrics. List all files within a specific project
list_project_reports
Resolves report names, types (Translation Costs, Progress), and creation timestamps. List generated reports for a specific project
list_project_screenshots
Resolves screenshot IDs, tags, and linked string identifiers used for visual context. List all screenshots uploaded to a project for context
list_project_tasks
Resolves task titles, types (Translation, Proofreading), status, and assigned linguist references. List translation and proofreading tasks for a project
list_projects
Resolves project names, IDs, source languages, and target languages for localization workflows. List all localization projects in your Crowdin account
list_supported_languages
Resolves language codes, human-readable names, and locale identifiers. List all languages supported by Crowdin
list_translation_memories
Resolves TM names, IDs, and segment counts for reuse in future translations. List all translation memories (TMs) available
Example Prompts for Crowdin in Cursor
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Crowdin immediately.
"List all localization projects in my account."
"What is the status of files in project 'Mobile App'?"
"List all active translation tasks for my projects."
Troubleshooting Crowdin MCP Server with Cursor
Common issues when connecting Crowdin to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Server shows as disconnected
Crowdin + Cursor FAQ
Common questions about integrating Crowdin MCP Server with Cursor.
What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?
Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?
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?
How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?
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Connect Crowdin to Cursor
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.