How to Use the GRIN MCP in Windsurf
Use Windsurf and the GRIN MCP Server to automate your influencer CRM and track campaign ROI without leaving your IDE.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect GRIN MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect GRIN 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 your creator CRM directly in Windsurf
Stop jumping between your browser and your code. Cascade can pull your entire contact list using `list_contacts` and grab specific details with `get_contact` to verify creator status in real-time. When you need to update creator records based on new performance data, use `update_contact` to push changes directly. It keeps your internal records honest without manual data entry.
Track campaign performance with Windsurf
Feed live partnership data into your logic by using `list_campaigns` and `get_campaign`. Your agent can then pull specific posts using `list_content` to see exactly what creators are publishing right now. This gives you a clear view of your active activations. Use `list_activations` to see who is participating and where your budget is actually going.
Automate financial and conversion reporting
Connect your financial models to your influencer data using `list_payments` and `list_orders`. You can now reconcile creator payouts against actual performance metrics without manual spreadsheets. Use `list_conversions` to map influencer posts to actual sales. It lets you build custom dashboards or automated reports that show the bottom-line value of your partnerships.
Set up GRIN 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 GRIN 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 GRIN payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the GRIN tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"grin-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
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Common questions about GRIN MCP in Windsurf
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