Can I send a WhatsApp message to a customer who hasn't messaged me first?

Yes, but you must use an approved template message. The `send_template_message` tool allows you to initiate communication using these templates. If the user has messaged you in the last 24 hours, you can use `send_session_message` for free-text replies.

How do I see what templates are available to send?

Use the `list_whatsapp_templates` tool. It will return all your approved and pending message templates, allowing you to choose the right one for your communication needs.

Can I check the delivery status of my broadcast campaigns via chat?

Yes. The `list_broadcast_campaigns` tool provides a list of your previous and active WhatsApp broadcasts, including their delivery statistics, so you can track performance directly from your agent.

Wati MCP Server for Cursor 7 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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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": {
    "wati": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About Wati MCP Server

Connect your Wati account to any AI agent and power your customer communication on WhatsApp through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Wati into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Wati and it fetches, processes, and writes — all in a single agentic loop. 7 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Unified Messaging — Send approved WhatsApp template messages or free-text session replies to your customers
Contact Management — List all WhatsApp contacts in your Wati CRM and retrieve full profile details by phone number
Chat History — Retrieve the recent message history for any contact to provide personalized support or sales follow-ups
Template Discovery — List all approved and pending WhatsApp message templates available for outbound messaging
Broadcast Campaigns — Monitor previous and active WhatsApp broadcast campaigns and track their delivery status
Customer Roster — Quickly browse your customer list and their associated phone numbers directly from your agent

The Wati MCP Server exposes 7 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 Wati to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Wati 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 Wati

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Wati, help me..." — 7 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Wati MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Wati 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

Wati + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Wati 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

Wati MCP Tools for Cursor (7)

These 7 tools become available when you connect Wati to Cursor via MCP:

get_whatsapp_chat_history

Provide the contact’s phone number. Retrieves the recent message history for a specific contact

get_whatsapp_contact_details

Retrieves profile details for a specific WhatsApp contact by phone number

list_broadcast_campaigns

Lists previous and active WhatsApp broadcast campaigns

list_whatsapp_contacts

Lists all WhatsApp contacts in the Wati CRM

list_whatsapp_templates

Lists all approved and pending WhatsApp message templates

send_session_message

Sends a free-text session message to a user

send_template_message

Requires the template name and target phone number. Sends an approved WhatsApp template message

Example Prompts for Wati in Cursor

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

"List all my WhatsApp contacts in Wati."

"Send the 'order_confirmation' template to +123456789."

"What was my last conversation with +123456789 about?"

Troubleshooting Wati MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Wati 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.

Wati + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Wati 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.