Uploadcare MCP Server for Cursor 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
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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About Uploadcare MCP Server
Connect your Uploadcare account to any AI agent to fully manage your file handling and CDN media infrastructure via natural conversation.
Cursor's Agent mode turns Uploadcare into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Uploadcare 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
- File Management — List uploaded assets, retrieve specific file technical metadata (like dimensions and CDN URLs), and manage permanent storage states.
- Bulk Operations — Efficiently batch store or batch delete multiple temporary or permanent files in a single operation.
- File Transport — Copy existing files manually to local or remote storage targets, directly through your AI agent.
- Groups & Collections — List immutable file collections (groups) and inspect which individual files are contained within them.
- Project Analytics — Retrieve your Uploadcare project-level metadata, checking your current account storage and bandwidth consumption in real time.
The Uploadcare 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 Uploadcare to Cursor via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Uploadcare 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 Uploadcare
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Uploadcare, help me...". 10 tools available
Why Use Cursor with the Uploadcare MCP Server
Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Uploadcare 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
Uploadcare + Cursor Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Uploadcare 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
Uploadcare MCP Tools for Cursor (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Uploadcare to Cursor via MCP:
batch_delete_files
This action is irreversible. Permanently removes multiple files in a single operation
batch_store_files
Marks multiple temporary files as permanently stored
copy_file
g. S3). Copies an existing file to local or remote storage
delete_file
This action is irreversible. Permanently removes a file and its variants from Uploadcare
get_file_details
Retrieves technical metadata for a specific Uploadcare file
get_group_details
Retrieves information about a specific file group
get_project_info
Retrieves project-level metadata and usage statistics
list_file_groups
Lists immutable file collections (groups) in the project
list_files
Supports pagination via limit. Lists files stored in your Uploadcare project
store_file
Marks a temporary file as permanently stored
Example Prompts for Uploadcare in Cursor
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Uploadcare immediately.
"What is our current project storage and bandwidth usage?"
"Can you check the dimensions and CDN URL for file UUID `9cd83...`?"
"Batch delete these 4 outdated temporary images: `e33b...`, `f55a...`, `8c11...`, `ab99...`."
Troubleshooting Uploadcare MCP Server with Cursor
Common issues when connecting Uploadcare to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Server shows as disconnected
Uploadcare + Cursor FAQ
Common questions about integrating Uploadcare MCP Server with Cursor.
What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?
Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?
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?
How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?
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Connect Uploadcare to Cursor
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.