Bring Api Gateway
to Cursor
Create your Vinkius account to connect Kong (AI API Gateway) to Cursor and start using all 10 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 Kong (AI API Gateway) MCP Server?
Connect your Kong API Gateway instance to any AI agent and take full control of your API lifecycle and AI traffic management through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Service Orchestration — List backend services and create new upstream definitions defining URLs and protocols directly from your agent
- Route Management — Configure inbound routing rules to map client requests to backend services based on specific paths or hostnames
- AI Plugin Control — Apply and configure the
ai-proxyplugin to enable LLM routing, model providers, and key encapsulation securely - Operational Patching — Update existing plugin configurations in real-time, allowing you to adjust rate limits or swap AI models dynamically
- Consumer CRM — Manage consumer profiles and generate API keys for
key-authplugins to track specific user or tenant usage - Infrastructure Audit — Discover enabled plugins across your gateway and remove unused modules instantly to maintain a clean proxy pipeline
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Kong Admin URL and Admin Token
- Start managing your API connectivity from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Platform Engineers — manage global gateway configurations and audit enabled plugins through natural conversation
- Backend Developers — create new services and routes without leaving your terminal or switching to the Kong Manager UI
- AI Ops Teams — monitor and adjust AI Proxy settings to optimize LLM usage and provider costs across the organization
Built-in capabilities (10)
Frequently used for enabling the `ai-proxy` plugin for LLM routing and key encapsulation. Apply a new Plugin (like AI Proxy) to a specific Service
Generate an API Key credential for a Kong Consumer
Create a new Route to expose a Service in Kong
The payload must define the upstream URL, name, and protocol information. Create a new backend Service in Kong
Delete and permanently remove a Plugin from the Kong Gateway
List all Consumer profiles registered in Kong
g., Rate Limiting, AI Proxy, Key Auth) currently configured globally or scoped to specific Services/Routes. List all enabled Plugins on the Kong Gateway
List all routing rules configured in the Kong API Gateway
List all Services registered in the Kong API Gateway
Useful for adjusting rate limits dynamically or swapping AI model providers under heavy load. Update the configuration of an existing Kong Plugin
Why Cursor?
Cursor's Agent mode turns Kong (AI API Gateway) into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Kong (AI API Gateway) 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.
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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
Kong (AI API Gateway) in Cursor
Why run Kong (AI API Gateway) with Vinkius?
The Kong (AI API Gateway) 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 10 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
Explore a vast library of pre-built integrations, optimized and ready to deploy.
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 Kong (AI API Gateway) using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Kong (AI API Gateway) and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Kong (AI API Gateway) 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
Kong (AI API Gateway) for Cursor
Every request between Cursor and Kong (AI API Gateway) 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
Can I use this server to manage Kong's AI Proxy plugin?
Absolutely. The create_ai_plugin tool is specifically designed to inject the ai-proxy plugin onto Services. You can define providers like OpenAI or Anthropic and manage model routing directly through your agent.
How do I create a new API route through a conversation?
Use the create_route tool and provide a JSON payload defining the paths and the Service ID it should point to. Your agent will handle the Admin API call to provision the routing rule instantly.
Can my agent generate new API keys for consumers?
Yes. The create_consumer_key tool allows you to provision new credentials for specific Consumers. This is perfect for onboarding new tenants or rotating keys for downstream applications securely.
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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