How to Use the Namecheap MCP in Cursor

Q: Can Cursor modify my Namecheap DNS records?

Yes. Agent mode can call setdnshosts to push new records. It requires a complete JSON array of all records you want to keep.

Q: How do I check domain prices with Namecheap in Cursor?

Ask the AI to run checkdomainavailability for your target name. It will return the exact USD price and whether the domain is marked as premium.

Q: Does the server support pagination for large domain lists?

Yes. The getdomains tool handles pagination and search filtering natively, so you can query massive portfolios without hitting response limits.

Query live DNS records and check domain availability right inside Cursor.

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Inject live DNS context into code

The `get_dns_hosts` tool pulls your live Namecheap zone files straight into your Cursor workspace via the MCP Server. When you write a deployment script, your agent reads the actual A and TXT records currently active on your domain. You stop guessing if the DNS propagation worked. Cursor checks the exact state of the registrar using `get_dns_servers` and `get_domain_ns_info`, letting you write routing logic based on hard data instead of cached assumptions.

Search domains while building

Use `check_domain_availability` to query Namecheap for available domains while you code your next project. Your AI client pulls the premium status and exact pricing in USD. Before you write the script to purchase it, Cursor calls `get_balance` to verify your account has the funds. You handle the entire discovery and budgeting phase without leaving your editor.

Automate SSL monitoring

Run `get_ssl_certs` to feed your current certificate expiration dates into your monitoring scripts. Cursor reads the exact activation status directly from the API. If you are writing a cron job to alert on expiring certs, your agent uses `get_ssl_info` to structure the API response perfectly. You get working code because the AI sees the real JSON payload.

Setup guide

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

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Namecheap MCP in Cursor

Create an mcp.json file in your project root or global settings. Define the server command and pass your API key as an environment variable.

Yes. Agent mode can call `set_dns_hosts` to push new records. It requires a complete JSON array of all records you want to keep.

Ask the AI to run `check_domain_availability` for your target name. It will return the exact USD price and whether the domain is marked as premium.

Yes. The `get_domains` tool handles pagination and search filtering natively, so you can query massive portfolios without hitting response limits.

The MCP Server runs locally. Cursor only reads your domain availability, DNS records, SSL info, and balance data when you explicitly ask. Your credentials never leave your local environment.

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