How to Use the Mention MCP in Windsurf
Track your brand reputation in real time with the Mention MCP Server connected to Windsurf.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Mention MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect Mention 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.
Autonomous brand monitoring in Windsurf
Cascade reads your requirements and triggers `search_mentions_by_keyword` to pull relevant web data immediately. You don't need to manually check for new hits. The agent chains `list_recent_mentions` and `get_mention_content` to synthesize a summary of your brand's current footprint. It handles the investigative legwork while you focus on the strategy.
Manage alert workflows directly
Windsurf can invoke `create_monitoring_alert` to establish tracking for specific keywords without leaving your editor. It's a direct way to keep tabs on emerging topics. Once alerts are active, Cascade uses `list_monitoring_alerts` to keep your workspace updated. You'll know exactly what's being tracked at any given moment.
Analyze reach metrics automatically
Ask Cascade to pull data using `get_alert_statistics` so you can see how your content is performing. It grabs the hard numbers you need for your next update. If you find a specific highlight, the agent uses `favorite_mention` to save it for later. It keeps your important findings organized and accessible.
Set up Mention 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 Mention 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 Mention payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Mention tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"mention-alternative-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 Mention. 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 Mention MCP in Windsurf
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