How do I find my Pinterest Access Token?

Go to the [**Pinterest App Console**](https://developers.pinterest.com/apps/), create an App, and generate a token with the necessary scopes (boards:read, pins:read, pins:write, etc.). Copy and paste it below.

Can the agent create new boards?

Yes. Use the `create_board` tool providing a name and optional description. Your agent will create the board and return its unique ID instantly.

Is it possible to pin from an image URL?

Yes. The `create_pin` tool requires a `media_source_url`. Your agent will use this URL to generate the pin on your target board.

Pinterest MCP Server for Cursor 9 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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

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About Pinterest MCP Server

Empower your AI agent to orchestrate your entire visual discovery ecosystem on Pinterest, the platform for inspiration and creative ideas. By connecting Pinterest to your agent, you transform board management and pinning into a natural conversation. Your agent can instantly list your boards, audit your pin library, and create new content without you ever touching a dashboard. Whether you are a content curator or a brand marketer, your agent acts as a real-time creative assistant, ensuring your visual catalog is always organized and inspiration is captured.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Pinterest into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Pinterest and it fetches, processes, and writes — all in a single agentic loop. 9 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Board Auditing — List all boards in your account and retrieve detailed metadata, including descriptions and IDs.
Pin Management — Create new pins with titles, descriptions, and destination links directly through natural language.
Library Oversight — Query pins for any specific board to maintain a clear view of your visual categorization.
Governance Controls — Autonomously delete pins or boards that no longer fit your aesthetic or strategy.
Account Intelligence — Retrieve detailed user account information to maintain strict organizational control.

The Pinterest MCP Server exposes 9 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 Pinterest to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Pinterest 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 Pinterest

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Pinterest, help me..." — 9 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Pinterest MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Pinterest 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

Pinterest + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Pinterest 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

Pinterest MCP Tools for Cursor (9)

These 9 tools become available when you connect Pinterest to Cursor via MCP:

create_board

Create a new board

create_pin

Create a new pin

delete_board

Delete a specific board

delete_pin

Delete a specific pin

get_board

Get details for a specific board

get_me

Get authenticated Pinterest user account info

get_pin

Get details for a specific pin

list_boards

List all boards for the authenticated user

list_pins

Optional: filter by board ID. List pins. Optional: filter by board ID

Example Prompts for Pinterest in Cursor

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

"List all my Pinterest boards."

"Create a new pin in 'Travel Goals' titled 'Summer in Italy'."

"Show me the pins in my 'Home Decor' board."

Troubleshooting Pinterest MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Pinterest 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.

Pinterest + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Pinterest 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.