How to Use the Customer.io MCP in Windsurf
Use Windsurf to trigger Customer.io broadcasts and track user segments directly from your editor.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Customer.io MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect Customer.io 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.
Manage campaigns with Windsurf
Cascade can pull your `list_active_campaigns` and `get_campaign_performance` to show you how your messaging is landing. You no longer need to jump between tabs to see if a push notification hit its mark. Ask Cascade to run `list_audience_segments` and it will map out your current user groups. You get a clear view of your engagement data without leaving your code.
Automate messaging tasks
Trigger a manual blast by calling `dispatch_broadcast` through the Windsurf chat. It handles the heavy lifting while you stay focused on your sprint tasks. Use `send_transactional_email` to fire off password resets or receipts immediately. This MCP Server keeps your communication loop tight within your development environment.
Monitor your Customer.io health
Run `get_connection_status` to ensure your API keys are valid and the service is responsive. It saves you from debugging connection errors during a deployment. Check `list_transactional_messages` to see what templates are live. You'll know exactly what your users are receiving at any given moment.
Set up Customer.io 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 Customer.io 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 Customer.io payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Customer.io tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"customerio-alternative-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 Customer.io. 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%
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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 Customer.io MCP in Windsurf
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