Where and how do I extract my TomTom API Key?

Log into your account at the `developer.tomtom.com` portal. Go to the dashboard console and select **Keys** (or My Dashboard). Either use your default developer API Key or click **Add new Key** for this specific agent usage. Copy the entire cryptographic string and insert it below securely.

Can the agent interact with or update the maps itself?

No. The integration exclusively lists and pulls read-only endpoints (timelines, distances, addresses). The AI agent leverages TomTom merely to process geographic conversions securely; it lacks parameters capable of feeding corruptions or modifying raw data maps.

Should I secure my TomTom API Key?

Yes. It is highly recommended to set a Domain Whitelist in your key management settings on the TomTom developer portal. This restricts the use of your key to specific domains, preventing unauthorized use or rate limit exhaustion.

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tomtom": {
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    }
  }
}

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About TomTom MCP Server

Connect your TomTom API account directly to any AI agent to unlock enterprise-grade geospatial and logistical capabilities native to your platform. Convert complex addresses instantly, evaluate driving routes based on exact origin and destination coordinates, and visualize live traffic blocks directly through chat queries.

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

Precision Geocoding — Process any physical address string into absolute geographic latitude/longitude coordinates using fuzzy logic or structured fields, as well as reversing coordinates back to plain street names
Route Computation — Calculate the exact travel time, polyline geometry, and distance for a trip between two precise coordinates
Real-Time Traffic — Map traffic incidents (accidents, constructions, jams) constrained within a bounding box, or survey the traffic flow speed of a particular avenue segment
Poi Discovery — Find global Points of Interest based on categories (e.g., hospitals, fuel) and retrieve rich contact metadata or opening hours for specific locations
Travel Boundaries — Calculate reachable ranges (polygonal limits) to understand exactly how far your fleet or agents can travel within a set time budget

The TomTom 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 TomTom to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the TomTom 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 TomTom

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

Why Use Cursor with the TomTom MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with TomTom 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

TomTom + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the TomTom 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

TomTom MCP Tools for Cursor (10)

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

autocomplete_place_search

Provide a partial string and optional bias coordinates. Provides predictive location suggestions based on partial input

calculate_reachable_range

Provide center coordinates and a time budget in seconds. Calculates an area reachable within a specific time or distance budget

calculate_route

Returns the route polyline and a summary. Calculates a route and travel time between two points

fuzzy_geocoding

Converts a physical address string into geographic coordinates using fuzzy matching

get_poi_details

Retrieves rich metadata for a specific point of interest ID

get_traffic_flow_segment

Provide center coordinates. Retrieves the traffic flow speed and quality for a specific road segment

get_traffic_incidents

Provide min/max lat/lon coordinates. Retrieves real-time traffic incident details within a bounding box

reverse_geocoding

Converts geographic coordinates into a physical address

search_poi_by_category

Provide a category name and a center coordinate. Searches for points of interest (POIs) near a location by category (e.g., gas stations, hospitals)

structured_geocoding

Provide parameters like countryCode and postalCode. Performs geocoding using explicit address components (e.g., street, city, zip)

Example Prompts for TomTom in Cursor

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

"Convert these coordinates into an address: Lat 40.7128, Lon -74.0060."

"Check for any traffic incidents on the 101 freeway bounded roughly by these dimensions."

Troubleshooting TomTom MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting TomTom 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.

TomTom + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating TomTom 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.