How to Use the ZIP Codes API MCP in Cursor

Q: Can I use the ZIP Codes API for validation in Cursor?

Yes. You can write code that validates input using getzipdetails. For example, checking if a given ZIP code belongs to a specific state or county before committing it.

Q: Does Cursor support complex distance calculations using the ZIP Codes API?

It does. You can generate code that utilizes getzipdistance to calculate mileage between two points, which you can then use in other parts of your application logic.

Write code that uses live location data injected by Cursor and MCP Server tools.

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Need to write a function that validates addresses? Let the AI use the MCP Server. You can generate working Python code using `get_zip_details` right in your editor, pulling real geographic data as variables. This isn't mock data; it's live API responses injected directly into your codebase, saving you massive context-switching time.

Write location scripts using MCP Server

Building a script that checks multiple areas? You can chain calls—for instance, first calling `find_zips_by_county` and then looping through the results to call `get_zip_details` on each one. The agent handles this complex logic for you. It makes writing comprehensive location audits feel like just filling in function parameters.

Calculate distances directly in your code

Don't write a manual distance calculation formula; use `get_zip_distance`. You can prompt the AI to generate a block of code that calls this tool, passing two ZIP codes as arguments. It returns the precise mileage you need. This is perfect for implementing business rules that depend on physical separation.

Setup guide

Set up ZIP Codes API 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 ZIP Codes API 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 ZIP Codes API transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the ZIP Codes API tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about ZIP Codes API MCP in Cursor

When writing code, simply ask the AI to include a call to the MCP Server tools. The agent will generate the necessary function calls, and you'll see live data results injected directly into your file.

Yes. You can write code that validates input using `get_zip_details`. For example, checking if a given ZIP code belongs to a specific state or county before committing it.

You can narrow down searches by finding all ZIP codes within a radius (`find_zips_in_radius`), or by searching for all results associated with a state, county, or city.

The server primarily touches geographic and demographic details, along with structural location identifiers (ZIP codes). It doesn't handle personal names or account credentials.

It does. You can generate code that utilizes `get_zip_distance` to calculate mileage between two points, which you can then use in other parts of your application logic.

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