How to Use the HRBlade MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I configure HRBlade for Cursor?

Create a .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root. Add the HRBlade MCP Server configuration and enable Agent mode in the chat panel.

Q: Will Cursor write code using real HRBlade candidate data?

Yes. When Agent mode calls tools like listcandidates, it reads the live JSON response. It uses that actual data to write accurate interfaces and components.

Q: Can I send HRBlade interview invites from Cursor?

You can. The agent uses the sendinterviewinvitation tool to fire off invites while you test your integration logic.

Q: Why is the MCP integration failing to list interviews?

You likely have a syntax error in your .cursor/mcp.json file. Check that the command arguments are formatted correctly and restart the window.

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Fetch live candidate data in Cursor

The `list_candidates` tool injects your actual recruiting pipeline straight into your editor, eliminating the need to write mock data. Your AI agent reads real candidate profiles while it writes your frontend components. If you are building a detail view, Agent mode can call `get_candidate_details` to see the exact JSON structure the API returns. The generated TypeScript interfaces will match production perfectly.

Automate interview creation

Cursor calls `create_interview` directly from the chat panel to generate a new template, saving you from clicking through a UI to verify state. You pass the JSON string, and the MCP Server executes it. You can immediately follow up with `list_interviews` to confirm the record saved correctly. The agent handles the back-and-forth, letting you focus on writing the actual application logic.

Test video response webhooks

The `list_interview_responses` tool pulls active candidate video submissions into your workspace so you can build feedback loops with real payload examples. Building a video pipeline requires actual data, not empty arrays. When you need to test the outbound flow, have Cursor trigger `send_interview_invitation`. You can verify the exact JSON requirements for the invite system without leaving your code editor.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about HRBlade MCP in Cursor

Create a `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root. Add the HRBlade MCP Server configuration and enable Agent mode in the chat panel.

Yes. When Agent mode calls tools like `list_candidates`, it reads the live JSON response. It uses that actual data to write accurate interfaces and components.

You can. The agent uses the `send_interview_invitation` tool to fire off invites while you test your integration logic.

You likely have a syntax error in your `.cursor/mcp.json` file. Check that the command arguments are formatted correctly and restart the window.

The integration accesses candidate names, emails, and video URLs. This information routes through a zero-trust v8 isolate sandbox, ensuring your proprietary recruitment data never leaks into global logs.

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