How do I get a Namecheap API key?

Log in to [**Namecheap**](https://www.namecheap.com), go to **Profile > Tools & Services > Business & Developer Tools > API Access**, enable API access and your API key will be displayed. Also whitelist your IP address for security.

Can I check if a domain is available?

Yes! Use check_domain_availability with the domain name you want to check. Returns availability status, premium status and pricing information.

Namecheap MCP Server for Cursor 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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

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About Namecheap MCP Server

Connect to Namecheap and manage your domain portfolio through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Namecheap into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Namecheap and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Domain List — View all your registered domains with expiration dates and lock status
Domain Info — Get detailed registration and WHOIS info for any domain
DNS Management — View and update DNS records (A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS)
Nameservers — Check current nameserver configuration
SSL Certificates — Browse and inspect your SSL certificates
Account Balance — Check your available account balance
Domain Availability — Check if a domain name is available for registration

The Namecheap MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Namecheap to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Namecheap MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Namecheap

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Namecheap, help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Namecheap MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Namecheap through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Namecheap + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Namecheap MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Namecheap MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Namecheap to Cursor via MCP:

check_domain_availability

Returns whether the domain is available, premium status and pricing info. Check if a domain name is available for registration

get_balance

Returns the available balance in USD. Get your Namecheap account balance

get_dns_hosts

) for a specific domain. Returns host names, record types, values, TTL and MX preferences. Requires the domain's SLD and TLD (e.g. SLD="example", TLD="com"). Get DNS records for a domain

get_dns_servers

Returns the list of DNS servers handling queries for the domain. Get nameservers for a domain

get_domain_info

Get detailed info for a specific domain

get_domain_ns_info

Get nameserver info for a domain

get_domains

Returns domain names, IDs, creation dates, expiration dates, lock status and expiry status. Supports pagination and search filtering. List your Namecheap domains

get_ssl_certs

Returns certificate names, types, expiration dates and activation status. List your SSL certificates

get_ssl_info

Get detailed info for an SSL certificate

set_dns_hosts

Requires the domain name and a JSON array of DNS records with name, type, address and optional TTL/MXPref. This replaces ALL existing records, so include all records you want to keep. Record types: A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, NS, URL, URL301, FRAME. Set DNS records for a domain

Example Prompts for Namecheap in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Namecheap immediately.

"List all my domains."

"Show me the DNS records for example.com."

"Is 'myawesomeapp.com' available?"

Troubleshooting Namecheap MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Namecheap to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Namecheap + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Namecheap MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.