How to Use the Iterable MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I add the Iterable MCP server to Cursor?

Add the server to your .cursor/mcp.json file in your project root, specifying your Vinkius endpoint. Once saved, Cursor's AI agent can immediately call all ten marketing tools during your coding sessions.

Q: Can Cursor write templates using my live Iterable layouts?

Yes, the listtemplates tool lets Cursor fetch your active message layouts. Your AI editor can then generate code that updates or references those templates without you having to copy-paste HTML manually.

Q: How does Cursor handle rate limits when querying Iterable?

Cursor passes tool calls like listchannels directly to the server. If you hit rate limits, the editor displays the API error, allowing you to prompt the AI to implement backoff logic in the script it is writing.

Q: Can I inspect active communication channels from the editor?

Yes, the listchannels tool lets you query all active marketing and transactional channels in Cursor. This helps you write logic that routes messages to the correct channel programmatically.

Inject live Iterable campaign metrics and user data directly into your Cursor codebase to write real marketing integrations.

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Generate Code with Live Campaign Metrics in Cursor

The `get_campaign_metrics` tool brings real performance data directly into your Cursor editor so your AI agent can write code using live metrics. Instead of writing stubs or mocking responses, your editor queries the active campaigns to structure your data models accurately. When you use `list_campaigns` alongside it, Cursor writes scripts that automatically fetch campaign performance. This keeps your internal dashboards accurate because the AI generates code based on your actual campaign structures.

Build User Management Scripts with Cursor and MCP

The `get_user` tool lets you inspect subscriber profiles directly from your Cursor terminal or chat window using this MCP Server. You can query a specific user's email to verify custom attributes and list memberships before writing profile update logic. Your Cursor agent uses this data to write precise validation scripts, using `list_lists` and `list_message_types` to map opt-out behaviors. This ensures your custom preference center code handles real user preferences without errors.

Debug Webhooks and Workflows in Cursor

The `list_webhooks` tool exposes active endpoint configurations directly to Cursor, allowing you to debug system integrations without leaving your IDE. You can quickly inspect where event data is flowing and write receiver endpoints that match the expected payload. By pairing this with `list_workflows`, your Cursor agent maps out trigger-based logic and writes unit tests for your automated paths. You can verify campaign triggers and ensure your local development code aligns with your live production marketing setups.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Iterable MCP in Cursor

Add the server to your `.cursor/mcp.json` file in your project root, specifying your Vinkius endpoint. Once saved, Cursor's AI agent can immediately call all ten marketing tools during your coding sessions.

Yes, the `list_templates` tool lets Cursor fetch your active message layouts. Your AI editor can then generate code that updates or references those templates without you having to copy-paste HTML manually.

Cursor passes tool calls like `list_channels` directly to the server. If you hit rate limits, the editor displays the API error, allowing you to prompt the AI to implement backoff logic in the script it is writing.

Yes, the `list_channels` tool lets you query all active marketing and transactional channels in Cursor. This helps you write logic that routes messages to the correct channel programmatically.

Absolutely. This MCP integration routes campaign metrics and user data through local environment variables and Vinkius's isolated sandbox. Your sensitive API keys never touch external logs, keeping your marketing data fully private.

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