How to Use the Internet Archive Metadata MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I configure Cursor to use the Internet Archive Metadata MCP server?

Add the server to your .cursor/mcp.json file under the mcpServers key. Once configured, your agent in Cursor can call tools like getmetadata or getfiles to fetch live data.

Q: Can I use Internet Archive Metadata inside Cursor to write automated download scripts?

Yes. Your agent can call getfiles to get the list of assets, then write a Python or Node.js script using the standard URL structure to download them. This automates the entire asset gathering process.

Q: How does the Internet Archive Metadata server help with schema generation in Cursor?

Your agent runs getmetadata to see the actual JSON structure returned by the Archive. It then generates precise interfaces, schemas, or database models based on that live payload.

Q: What tools help me understand item categorization?

The getcollections and getparents tools show you which collections an item belongs to. This helps your agent write logic to organize downloaded items into matching folder structures.

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Map Remote Assets directly in Cursor

The `get_files` tool lists every downloadable asset for a given identifier, allowing your agent to write code against actual file paths. You do not have to guess filenames or write custom scraping scripts to find source files. This MCP server also provides `get_derivatives` to show processed versions of original uploads. Your agent uses this data to write migration scripts that target the exact file formats you need.

Pull Schema Context with this MCP Server

The `get_metadata` tool returns the complete metadata payload, including creator, date, and description. Having this raw JSON in your editor lets your agent generate accurate TypeScript types or database schemas based on real archive records. Use `get_metadata_only` when you need to test parsing logic without downloading large file lists. It speeds up code generation by keeping the prompt context focused purely on core text fields.

Inspect Server Locations and Stats

The `get_server_info` tool retrieves the specific storage node and hosting server for any archive item. Your agent uses this technical diagnostic data to troubleshoot slow download speeds or configure regional caching. You can also call `get_stats` to fetch download counts and review metrics. This lets your code dynamically filter out low-quality or unpopular items before processing them.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Internet Archive Metadata MCP in Cursor

Add the server to your `.cursor/mcp.json` file under the mcpServers key. Once configured, your agent in Cursor can call tools like `get_metadata` or `get_files` to fetch live data.

Yes. Your agent can call `get_files` to get the list of assets, then write a Python or Node.js script using the standard URL structure to download them. This automates the entire asset gathering process.

Your agent runs `get_metadata` to see the actual JSON structure returned by the Archive. It then generates precise interfaces, schemas, or database models based on that live payload.

The `get_collections` and `get_parents` tools show you which collections an item belongs to. This helps your agent write logic to organize downloaded items into matching folder structures.

The server only requests public item identifiers and returns public metadata fields. No personal data or local source code is sent to the Internet Archive, and Vinkius runs the process in a secure, ephemeral sandbox.

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