Bring Knowledge Graph
to Cursor
Create your Vinkius account to connect Cognee to Cursor and start using all 4 AI tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code. No hosting, no server setup — just connect and start using.
GDPR Free for SubscribersCompatible with every major AI agent and IDE
Gemini
What is the Cognee MCP Server?
Connect your AI agent to Cognee — the open-source knowledge graph platform that transforms unstructured data into structured, searchable knowledge.
What you can do
- Add Data — Ingest raw text, documents, or structured data into named datasets. Cognee processes and stores the data for subsequent graph construction
- Cognify — Transform ingested data into a structured knowledge graph by automatically extracting entities, relationships, and semantic connections
- Search Knowledge — Query the knowledge graph using four retrieval strategies: graph-aware completion (LLM + graph traversal), summaries, structured insights, or raw vector similarity
- Get Insights — Retrieve structured entity relationships showing how concepts connect across your knowledge base
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Cognee API key
- Ingest data → Cognify → Search with graph-aware reasoning
Why Cognee over standard RAG?
- Relationship-aware — understands HOW facts connect, not just what they say
- Graph + Vector hybrid — combines graph traversal with semantic search for superior recall
- Temporal awareness — tracks when facts were added and reason over time-based connections
Built-in capabilities (4)
After ingestion, use the cognify tool to process the data into a structured knowledge graph with entities and relationships. Ingest text or documents into the Cognee knowledge base. This is the first step before building a knowledge graph
This step extracts entities, identifies relationships, generates embeddings, and creates the graph structure needed for intelligent search. Process ingested data into a structured knowledge graph. Extracts entities, relationships, and builds a searchable graph structure
Useful for understanding relationships between topics, discovering hidden connections, and building comprehensive knowledge views. Retrieve structured entity relationships and insights from the knowledge graph
Search the knowledge graph using natural language. Returns context-aware answers using graph traversal and semantic search
Why Cursor?
Cursor's Agent mode turns Cognee into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Cognee and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 4 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.
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Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
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Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
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MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
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VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools
Cognee in Cursor
Why run Cognee with Vinkius?
The Cognee connection runs on our fully managed, secure cloud infrastructure. We handle the hosting, maintenance, and security so you don't have to deal with servers or code. All 4 tools are ready to work instantly without any complex setup.
You stay in complete control of your data. Your AI only accesses the information you approve, keeping your sensitive passwords and private details completely safe. Plus, with automatic optimizations, your AI works faster and more efficiently.
* Every connection is hosted and maintained by Vinkius. We handle the security, updates, and infrastructure so you don't have to write code or manage servers. See our infrastructure
Over 4,000 integrations ready for AI agents
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Connect securely in under 30 seconds
Generate tokens to authenticate and link external services in a single step.
Complete visibility into every agent action
Audit live requests, latency, success rates, and active security compliance policies.
Optimize spending and track token ROI
Analyze real-time token consumption and cost metrics detailed by connection.
Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect Cognee using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Cognee and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Cognee to Cursor through Vinkius don't need to write code, manage servers, or worry about security. Everything is pre-configured, secure, and runs automatically in the background.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use MCPs | Find and configure each manually | 4,000+ MCPs ready to use |
| Connection Setup | Manual coding & server setup | 1-click instant connection |
| Server Hosting | You host it yourself (needs 24/7 uptime) | 100% hosted & managed by Vinkius |
| Security & Privacy | Stored in plaintext config files | Bank-grade encrypted vault |
| Activity Visibility | Blind execution (no logs or tracking) | Live dashboard with real-time logs |
| Cost Control | Runaway AI token spend risk | Automatic budget limits |
| Revoking Access | Must delete files or code to stop | 1-click disconnect button |
How Vinkius secures
Cognee for Cursor
Every request between Cursor and Cognee is protected by our secure gateway. We automatically keep your sensitive data private, prevent unauthorized access, and let you disconnect instantly at any time.
Frequently asked questions
How is Cognee different from standard RAG?
Standard RAG splits documents into chunks and finds similar text using vector search — but it loses the relationships between facts. Cognee builds a knowledge graph that preserves entity relationships, temporal connections, and hierarchical structures. When you search, Cognee uses graph traversal combined with vector similarity and LLM reasoning, resulting in more accurate, context-aware answers that understand HOW facts relate to each other.
What search types are available?
Cognee supports four retrieval strategies: GRAPH_COMPLETION (default — combines vector search + graph traversal + LLM reasoning for context-aware answers), SUMMARIES (fast hierarchical overview search), INSIGHTS (structured entity relationships), and CHUNKS (pure vector similarity for raw text passages). Each strategy optimizes for different use cases.
Is Cognee open-source?
Yes! Cognee is fully open-source under the Apache 2.0 license. You can self-host the entire platform including the knowledge graph engine, vector database, and API server. A managed cloud version with API keys is also available for teams that prefer not to manage infrastructure.
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.
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.
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