Can I check if my latest deploy was successful using the agent?

Yes! Use the `list_deploys` tool with your Site ID. Your agent will fetch the latest deployments and their statuses, such as 'ready', 'error', or 'building'.

How do I trigger a new build for my site?

Simply ask the agent to `trigger_build` and provide the Site ID. It will start a new build process in your Netlify account immediately.

Does the integration allow me to see contact form submissions?

Yes. Use the `list_forms` tool to find your Form ID, and then use `list_form_submissions` to retrieve the latest messages from your users.

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

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  "mcpServers": {
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About Netlify MCP Server

Connect your Netlify account to any AI agent and orchestrate your web hosting and deployment workflows through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Netlify into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Netlify 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

Site Oversight — List and retrieve detailed information for all your web projects hosted on Netlify.
Deployment Management — Monitor deploy statuses and retrieve specifics for any historical deployment.
Build Automation — Trigger new builds for your sites directly from your workspace.
Form Processing — Access form submissions and list available forms to monitor user engagement.
DNS & Domains — List managed DNS zones and domains associated with your account.
User Insights — Retrieve authenticated user profile information for account verification.

The Netlify 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 Netlify to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Netlify 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 Netlify

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

Why Use Cursor with the Netlify MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Netlify 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

Netlify + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Netlify 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

Netlify MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

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

get_deploy

Get specific deploy details

get_site

Get details of a specific site

get_user

Get authenticated user profile

list_builds

List builds for a site

list_deploys

List all deploys for a site

list_domains

List all DNS zones/domains

list_form_submissions

List submissions for a specific form

list_forms

List all forms for a site

list_sites

List all Netlify sites

trigger_build

Trigger a new build for a site

Example Prompts for Netlify in Cursor

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

"List all my Netlify sites."

"Trigger a new build for site site_1."

"Show the latest contact form submissions for site_2."

Troubleshooting Netlify MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Netlify 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.

Netlify + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Netlify 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.