How to Use the Lokalise MCP in Windsurf

Q: Can Windsurf perform bulk updates in Lokalise?

Yes. You can use addtranslation to push updates for multiple keys at once. Just define the target keys and the new content, and the server executes the batch operation.

Q: Does Windsurf support Lokalise team management?

It does. Use listteammembers to check who has access to your projects. It’s useful for making sure your translation team is active before you push a new file.

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Full Lokalise project control in Windsurf

Cascade doesn't just read your code; it talks to your translation files. You can use `list_projects` to find where your strings live and `get_project` to pull the metadata you need without leaving your workspace. When you need to start a new feature, have Cascade run `create_project` to spin up a fresh environment. It keeps your localization setup synced with your feature branches automatically.

Automate translation keys with Windsurf

Managing keys manually is a waste of time. Tell Cascade to `list_keys` to audit your current strings or use `create_key` to push new labels as you write them. If you need to tweak existing text, just use `update_key`. Windsurf handles the API calls so you can focus on building the UI instead of hunting down missing translation IDs.

File-based translation management for Windsurf

Push your local strings to the cloud using `upload_file`. It’s the fastest way to get your latest copy into the hands of your translation team without ever touching a browser. When it's time to ship, use `download_file` to pull the production-ready bundles back into your project. This MCP server ensures your code and your translations stay in lockstep.

Setup guide

Set up Lokalise 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 Lokalise 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 Lokalise payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Lokalise tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

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

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Common questions about Lokalise MCP in Windsurf

Open your MCP settings in Windsurf and add this server. Once you refresh the panel, Cascade will see the available tools and start managing your strings.

Yes. You can use `add_translation` to push updates for multiple keys at once. Just define the target keys and the new content, and the server executes the batch operation.

It does. Use `list_team_members` to check who has access to your projects. It’s useful for making sure your translation team is active before you push a new file.

Your translation keys and project files never leave your encrypted connection. The server only transmits the specific strings you authorize, keeping your proprietary content isolated from external prying eyes.

The server returns an error code specific to the failed tool call. Cascade will catch that error and report it in your chat, so you can fix the issue immediately.

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