Can I extract data from a website without a pre-configured extractor?

Yes. Use the `run_magic_api` tool. It uses Import.io's AI logic to automatically detect and extract structured or tabular data from any URL, making it ideal for quick exploration of new data sources.

How do I monitor the progress of a bulk crawl job?

Use the `get_crawl_status` tool by providing the Crawl ID returned when you started the job. Your agent will report the current state, number of pages processed, and success rate in real-time.

Can I get my extracted data in CSV format for spreadsheet analysis?

Absolutely. Use the `download_csv` tool with a completed Run ID. Your agent will retrieve the extraction data in CSV format, perfect for processing in tools like Excel or Google Sheets.

Import.io (Web Data Extraction) MCP Server for Cursor 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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About Import.io (Web Data Extraction) MCP Server

Connect your Import.io account to any AI agent and take full control of your web data extraction and large-scale scraping through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Import.io (Web Data Extraction) into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Import.io (Web Data Extraction) and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Precision Extraction — Trigger predefined extractors for specific URLs to retrieve clean, structured JSON data directly from your agent
Bulk Crawling — Start large-scale data extraction jobs across multiple pages concurrently using managed crawlers and monitor their progress in real-time
AI-Powered Magic API — Automatically identify and extract tabular data from any website without pre-configured extractors, perfect for rapid exploration
Status Monitoring — Poll ongoing extraction runs and crawl jobs to track processing states, success rates, and total pages processed
Data Export — Retrieve extraction results in structured JSON or CSV formats, ready for spreadsheet processing or downstream application logic
Usage Audit — Monitor your monthly API credit consumption and subscription limits to manage your data extraction budget effectively

The Import.io (Web Data Extraction) MCP Server exposes 10 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 Import.io (Web Data Extraction) to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Import.io (Web Data Extraction) 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 Import.io (Web Data Extraction)

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Import.io (Web Data Extraction), help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Import.io (Web Data Extraction) MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Import.io (Web Data Extraction) 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

Import.io (Web Data Extraction) + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Import.io (Web Data Extraction) 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

Import.io (Web Data Extraction) MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Import.io (Web Data Extraction) to Cursor via MCP:

account_usage

No parameters required. Check import.io account API credit usage

download_csv

Returns the first 1000 characters and file stats. Ideal for spreadsheet processing. Download extraction data directly as CSV text

get_crawl_data

Retrieve the unified JSON output of a completed import.io crawl job

get_crawl_status

start_crawl to check progress (pages processed, success rate, current state). Check the status of an ongoing import.io crawl job

get_extractor_data

Fails if the run is still in progress. Retrieve structured JSON data from a completed import.io extraction

get_extractor_status

run_extractor. Returns the current state (running, completed, failed) and metadata about the run. Check the status of an active or past import.io extraction run

list_extractors

Useful for finding the correct extractor_id to run dynamically. List all extractors configured on the import.io account

run_extractor

Triggers an async extraction run and returns a run_id. Use this run_id to poll for status or data. Trigger an import.io extractor for a specific URL

run_magic_api

Ideal for quick, unstructured exploration. Run the import.io automated Magic API against a URL

start_crawl

Starts a large-scale data extraction job across multiple pages concurrently. Trigger an import.io bulk crawl job

Example Prompts for Import.io (Web Data Extraction) in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Import.io (Web Data Extraction) immediately.

"Run extractor 'ext-123' against 'https://example.com/products'"

"List all extractors in my Import.io account"

"Check my monthly API credit usage"

Troubleshooting Import.io (Web Data Extraction) MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Import.io (Web Data Extraction) 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.

Import.io (Web Data Extraction) + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Import.io (Web Data Extraction) 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.