How to Use the Wrike MCP in Cursor
Write working, live-data code using Cursor with the Wrike MCP Server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Wrike MCP to Cursor
Create your Vinkius account to connect Wrike to Cursor and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Inject live task data directly into your codebase.
You can call `get_task_details` and immediately inject that JSON output into a function parameter. The AI generates code using real Wrike context, not mock stubs. Need to check if a user is on the team? Use `list_team_members`. The resulting list of emails or IDs populates your script variables instantly.
Automate project setup and structure within Cursor.
`create_folder` handles adding new project containers. You can then follow up by using `list_custom_workflows` to pull the necessary process steps for that container. Write a script that checks task status? Use `list_tasks`, which gives you a filtered list of items, letting your code handle only 'Active' or 'Cancelled' records.
Build features around Wrike user and workflow management.
`get_user_profile` pulls the current logged-in user's data, which is essential for logging who ran a process. You can pair this with `list_custom_workflows` to ensure the correct permissions are checked. If you need to change something—like the due date on a task—you run `update_task`, and the resulting confirmation object populates your code's success path.
Set up Wrike 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 Wrike MCP
Cursor will create or open
.cursor/mcp.jsonin 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 Wrike transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Wrike tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.
{
"mcpServers": {
"wrike-alternative-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
} Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Wrike. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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