How to Use the Linkwarden MCP in Windsurf
Stop losing bookmarks. Let Windsurf organize your web archives and collections using this MCP Server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Linkwarden MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect Linkwarden to Windsurf and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Full Bookmark Control in Windsurf
Cascade can now fetch, create, and update your links without you ever leaving the editor. Use `create_link` to save your current research tab directly into your organized archives. Updating your library is just as fast. Cascade uses `bulk_update_links` to re-tag or move items across your collections in one go.
Automated Archiving for Windsurf
Don't worry about link rot again. When you trigger `archive_link`, the server captures the current page state, ensuring you have a permanent copy stored safely. If you have local files, `upload_standalone_archive` pushes those assets straight into your repository. It keeps your research static and accessible, regardless of what happens to the original URL.
Smart Collection Management
Organize your chaos with `create_collection` and `list_collections`. Your agent reads your existing structure and suggests where new bookmarks belong based on your history. Need to clean up? Use `delete_collection` or `update_collection` to keep your workspace tidy. It handles the backend heavy lifting while you focus on your code.
Set up Linkwarden 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 Linkwarden MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the
mcpServersobject. 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 Linkwarden payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Linkwarden tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"linkwarden-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Linkwarden. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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Common questions about Linkwarden MCP in Windsurf
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