How to Use the Inform Direct MCP in Windsurf

Q: How do I set up the Inform Direct MCP Server in Windsurf?

Open your /.codeium/windsurf/mcpconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Alternatively, use the Settings UI under Cascade, paste the endpoint, and click refresh in the MCP panel to let Cascade auto-discover the tools.

Q: Can Cascade handle multi-company filings autonomously?

Yes, Cascade runs multi-step tasks by chaining tools like listcompanies and getfilingstatus without asking for your permission at every step. You set the goal, and the agent executes the sequence to find and flag upcoming deadlines.

Q: Can I remove a company from Companies House using this tool?

No, the removecompany tool only removes the record from your Inform Direct dashboard. It has zero effect on the official registry at Companies House, keeping your regulatory standing safe from accidental deletions.

File UK company documents and update statutory records directly from Windsurf using Cascade's autonomous multi-step execution.

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Automate Companies House filings inside Windsurf

The `list_filings` tool pulls upcoming deadlines directly into your workspace. Cascade takes this list and maps out a sequence to fetch details for each entity without requiring manual prompts for every step. It then runs `get_filing_status` to identify overdue submissions. You get a clean schedule of what needs immediate attention, completely handled by the autonomous agent.

Synchronize director and shareholder databases

The `list_directors` tool retrieves active board members to compare against your local records. Cascade initiates this check, spots any missing names, and updates your internal system files automatically. Once the board is verified, Cascade runs `list_shareholders` to sync equity allocations. You avoid manual data entry and ensure your local files match the official statutory records.

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The `list_companies` tool fetches your entire active list of corporate entities in one call. When you acquire or spin off an entity, Cascade uses `add_company` or `remove_company` to update your Inform Direct portal. Before running these operations, Cascade executes `check_informdirect_status` to confirm the API connection is active. This prevents failed tasks and keeps your workspace in sync with Companies House.

Setup guide

Set up Inform Direct 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 Inform Direct MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. 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 Inform Direct payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Inform Direct tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

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

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Common questions about Inform Direct MCP in Windsurf

Open your `~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Alternatively, use the Settings UI under Cascade, paste the endpoint, and click refresh in the MCP panel to let Cascade auto-discover the tools.

Yes, Cascade runs multi-step tasks by chaining tools like `list_companies` and `get_filing_status` without asking for your permission at every step. You set the goal, and the agent executes the sequence to find and flag upcoming deadlines.

The integration relies on direct status checks before any action. By calling `get_filing_status` first, Windsurf verifies if a submission is already pending, preventing double-filing errors.

No, the `remove_company` tool only removes the record from your Inform Direct dashboard. It has zero effect on the official registry at Companies House, keeping your regulatory standing safe from accidental deletions.

All company details, director names, and shareholder records are processed inside a zero-trust, ephemeral V8 isolate sandbox. Your credentials and statutory data are never stored or logged on our servers, routing securely to the Inform Direct API.

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