How to Use the Hacker News MCP in Cursor
Inject live Hacker News data into your codebase using Cursor to build features based on real-world discussions.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Hacker News MCP to Cursor
Create your Vinkius account to connect Hacker News 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.
Real-time context for Cursor agents
Use `top_stories` to grab active technical discussions and feed them into your codebase. Your agent reads the current state of the community to inform its logic. It replaces stale documentation with live feedback from the community. You get the actual, current consensus on libraries or patterns instead of outdated advice.
Deep inspection of threads in Cursor
The `get_item` tool lets you pull specific comment threads into your editor. You can ask the AI to analyze the technical critiques within a story. This is useful when you need to understand why a specific approach is being debated. The AI parses the text and applies the findings to your current file.
Monitor emerging tech in Cursor
Execute `new_stories` to keep your agent updated on the absolute latest submissions. You'll see new tools as they are posted. It allows the AI to reference the newest projects in the ecosystem. Your code stays relevant because your agent is watching the feed.
Set up Hacker News 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 Hacker News MCP
Cursor will create or open
.cursor/mcp.jsonin 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 Hacker News transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Hacker News tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.
{
"mcpServers": {
"hacker-news-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 Hacker News. 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.
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