How to Use the Freshteam MCP in Cursor

Q: Can Cursor write new employee records to Freshteam?

Yes, the editor can execute createemployeerecord if you authorize the action in the chat interface. This is useful when you are writing and testing onboarding scripts.

Q: How does Cursor use Freshteam to help me write better code?

The editor queries getapplicantdetails to understand the exact JSON structure of your candidate profiles. It then uses this real schema to write precise parsing and filtering logic without guessing.

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Create your Vinkius account to connect Freshteam to Cursor and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Build HR tools with live Freshteam data in Cursor

Stop writing code against mock HR databases or stale JSON stubs. Cursor's agent mode uses this MCP Server to pull live employee and candidate records directly into your active code files. When building internal dashboards, ask Cursor to run `get_employee_details` or `list_employees` to see the actual API payload structure. Your code matches the real-world schema on the first try.

Write recruitment scripts using real job postings

Writing custom scripts to sync your job board is simple when your editor understands your actual ATS setup. Cursor reads your live Freshteam setup to generate precise integration code. Your editor calls `list_job_postings` and `list_job_roles` to verify field names and data types. This lets Cursor write flawless logic for matching candidates to active openings based on actual data.

Verify HRIS connections inside your editor

Debugging MCP connection issues shouldn't require firing up a separate API client. Cursor can test your credentials and endpoint status directly from the chat sidebar. By running `check_hris_status`, Cursor verifies that your environment variables are configured correctly. It can also list your setup using `list_office_branches` to confirm your workspace has the right access permissions.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Freshteam MCP in Cursor

Create a .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root or add it to your global Cursor settings. Add the MCP server configuration with your Vinkius endpoint, and the agent will immediately gain access to tools like `list_employees`.

Yes, the editor can execute `create_employee_record` if you authorize the action in the chat interface. This is useful when you are writing and testing onboarding scripts.

The editor queries `get_applicant_details` to understand the exact JSON structure of your candidate profiles. It then uses this real schema to write precise parsing and filtering logic without guessing.

No. This is an MCP Server hosted securely on Vinkius, meaning Cursor connects to it via a secure HTTPS endpoint to communicate with your cloud-based HR platform.

Vinkius runs the MCP server in an ephemeral, zero-trust sandbox. Your candidate records and employee PII are sent directly between Cursor and the API, ensuring no sensitive HR data is stored or cached on external servers.

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