How to Use the Unkey API Management MCP in Cursor

Q: How do I use Unkey API Management with Cursor?

You configure the server in your project root's .cursor/mcp.json file. When you enable Agent mode, the AI calls the tools and injects the real results directly into the code block you're writing.

Q: Can I list all keys using Unkey API Management in Cursor?

Yes, use listapikeys to retrieve every key associated with a specific API ID. This is useful for ensuring your code covers all existing credentials.

Q: Does Unkey API Management support key updates with Cursor?

It does. The updateapikey tool lets your agent modify existing credentials and write the new, updated value into your codebase for immediate use.

Q: How do I manage APIs using Unkey API Management in Cursor?

You start by listing available APIs via listapis. Then you can proceed to create or check details using tools like createapikey and getapidetails, all within the same code file.

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Manage Credentials in Context

The `create_api_key` tool lets the AI generate a new key, which you can then instantly use in your function. You're writing code with live context—no more placeholder strings. If a key gets compromised or retired, just call `revoke_api_key`. It removes access immediately, keeping your project secure while you type.

Verify Keys Live in Code

Need to know if the credentials I'm using are good? The `verify_api_key` tool runs checks and feeds that real-time boolean result into your code block. It’s immediate validation. Beyond simple verification, you can check specific endpoint requirements by calling `get_api_details`, making sure your function arguments match what the API expects.

Track Usage for Billing and Audits

You don't want to accidentally bill yourself too much. Use `get_verification_analytics` to pull usage metrics directly into your script. That data becomes a variable you can check. Want to see all the APIs available in this project? Running `list_apis` gives you a clean list of targets, so you know exactly what endpoints you're coding against.

Setup guide

Set up Unkey API Management MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Unkey API Management MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Unkey API Management transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Unkey API Management tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "unkey-api-management-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Unkey API Management MCP in Cursor

You configure the server in your project root's `.cursor/mcp.json` file. When you enable Agent mode, the AI calls the tools and injects the real results directly into the code block you're writing.

Yes, use `list_api_keys` to retrieve every key associated with a specific API ID. This is useful for ensuring your code covers all existing credentials.

The server touches credential identifiers and usage analytics. It manages the lifecycle of user API keys, allowing you to programmatically audit access without exposing private source code details.

It does. The `update_api_key` tool lets your agent modify existing credentials and write the new, updated value into your codebase for immediate use.

You start by listing available APIs via `list_apis`. Then you can proceed to create or check details using tools like `create_api_key` and `get_api_details`, all within the same code file.

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