How to Use the Mention MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I add the Mention MCP Server to Cursor?

Open your global or project-specific mcp.json file in Cursor and add the server config. Once configured, enable Agent mode in the chat panel to start calling the tools.

Q: Can my Cursor agent write code using my Mention stats?

Yes, it can. Your agent can call getalertstatistics to see the exact data shape, then write custom visualization code for your dashboard.

Q: How do I pull Mention account user data into Cursor?

Ask your agent to run listaccountusers in the chat. It will retrieve the list of team members, which you can immediately use to populate your user management database seeds.

Q: Will the Cursor agent automatically edit files?

In Agent mode, Cursor can use the output of getalert to write conditional logic directly into your source files based on your active tracking rules.

Write code that reacts to real-time social media alerts by connecting Cursor to your Mention account.

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Code with live social data

The Mention MCP Server feeds live social media monitoring data directly into your coding environment. Your agent in Cursor pulls real data directly into your editor using `list_alerts` so you don't have to guess the API structure. When you need to test how your app renders a post, Cursor uses `get_mention_details` to fetch a real payload. It puts actual social data right into your active file, so you write cleaner parser code.

Automate your alert pipelines

This brand tracking integration lets you write automated alert pipelines using real-time social metrics. Building a Slack bot to ping your team when brand sentiment drops is simple when your Cursor agent writes the logic using this MCP Server. By calling `get_alert_statistics`, your Cursor agent understands the exact structure of your volume data and writes the integration code faster. You can also use `list_connected_external_accounts` to map out which social channels your Cursor code needs to support.

Refine search algorithms in your editor

This search tool pulls live social media queries directly into your active workspace. Your agent can run `search_mentions` directly from Cursor to pull down live search payloads. To verify your Cursor code handles user favorites correctly, use `list_favorite_mentions`. It pulls your starred Mention posts into the editor, letting you verify your sorting algorithms instantly.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Mention MCP in Cursor

Open your global or project-specific `mcp.json` file in Cursor and add the server config. Once configured, enable Agent mode in the chat panel to start calling the tools.

Yes, it can. Your agent can call `get_alert_statistics` to see the exact data shape, then write custom visualization code for your dashboard.

Ask your agent to run `list_account_users` in the chat. It will retrieve the list of team members, which you can immediately use to populate your user management database seeds.

In Agent mode, Cursor can use the output of `get_alert` to write conditional logic directly into your source files based on your active tracking rules.

Your API credentials and social media mentions are stored locally in your Cursor configuration. Vinkius hosts the MCP server through an encrypted, ephemeral sandbox, ensuring your monitoring data is never exposed.

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