How to Use the Nylas MCP in Windsurf
Windsurf connects your email and calendar directly to Cascade, letting your agent handle scheduling and messaging without leaving your IDE.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Nylas MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect Nylas 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.
Manage your inbox within Windsurf
Cascade reads your inbox by using `list_messages`. It sorts through your threads so you don't have to toggle between browser tabs to find key information. You can also use `send_message` to reply to threads directly from your editor. Your agent composes the response while you focus on the code.
Automate calendar events
Your agent uses `list_calendars` to see your schedule across multiple accounts. It pulls the right calendar UUID to handle your meeting data. Once the calendar is set, `create_event` adds new meetings to your day. If plans shift, `delete_event` clears your schedule instantly.
Synchronize contacts and folders
Keep your address book updated by using `create_contact` to save new details from your project communications. It puts the data exactly where you need it. Use `list_folders` to categorize your email stream. This MCP Server organizes your workspace so your agent spends less time searching.
Set up Nylas 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 Nylas 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 Nylas payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Nylas tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"nylas-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
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Common questions about Nylas MCP in Windsurf
Use it with your favorite AI tools
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