How do I get an API Token for Front?

Log in to your Front account, click the gear icon (Settings), go to 'Developers' > 'API Tokens', and create a new token with 'Shared Resources' scope.

Can I search for specific types of conversations?

Yes, use the 'search_conversations' tool. It accepts standard Front search syntax, such as 'is:open' or 'inbox:support'.

Is it possible to reply to an email via the agent?

Yes! Use the 'send_inbox_reply' tool. You must provide the Conversation ID, the message body, and the Teammate ID of the sender.

How do I archive a conversation?

Use the 'update_conversation_status' tool and set the status parameter to 'archived'. This updates the global status for the shared inbox.

Front MCP Server for Cursor 12 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: Front
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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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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "front": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About Front MCP Server

Connect your Front account to any AI agent to automate your customer communication and shared inbox workflows through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Front is a customer operations platform that enables teams to manage shared emails, SMS, and chats collaboratively. This MCP server enables you to track active conversations, assign messages, and fetch thread histories directly through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Front into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Front and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 12 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

Key Features

Shared Inbox Management — List all accessible shared inboxes and retrieve the specific conversations routed to them.
Conversation Tracking — Search and list all customer conversations, checking their current status (open, archived) and assigned owners.
Message Threading — Fetch the complete message history for any specific conversation to maintain context before replying.
Collaborative Replies — Draft and send replies to active conversations directly from your chat interface on behalf of a teammate.
Status Automation — Programmatically update conversation statuses (e.g., archiving resolved issues) to keep inboxes clean.
Team & Contact Discovery — List all workspace teammates and customer contacts to ensure accurate routing and messaging.

The Front MCP Server exposes 12 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 Front to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Front 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 Front

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Front, help me...". 12 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Front MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Front 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

Front + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Front 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

Front MCP Tools for Cursor (12)

These 12 tools become available when you connect Front to Cursor via MCP:

get_conversation_details

Get conversation metadata

get_inbox_details

Get inbox metadata

list_address_book

List contacts

list_all_conversations

List all conversations

list_conversation_messages

List thread messages

list_inbox_teammates

List Front teammates

list_inbox_threads

List inbox conversations

list_shared_inboxes

List shared inboxes

search_conversations

g. "inbox:inb_123 is:open"). Search all conversations

send_inbox_reply

Send a reply

update_conversation_status

g., archived, open) or assignee of a conversation. Update conversation

verify_api_status

Verify connection

Example Prompts for Front in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Front immediately.

"List all shared inboxes in my Front account."

"Search for open conversations in the Support inbox."

"Archive conversation 'cnv_987'."

Troubleshooting Front MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Front to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Front + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Front MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a 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?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.