Bring Localization
to Cursor
Learn how to connect Lokalise to Cursor and start using 13 AI agent tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code.
GDPR Free for Subscribers
What is the Lokalise MCP Server?
Connect your Lokalise account to any AI agent and take full control of your translation and localization workflows through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Project Management — List all translation projects, fetch detailed project metadata, and create new projects directly from the API
- Key Management — Query translation keys with filters by platform, tags, or filenames, plus create and update keys programmatically
- Translation Operations — Fetch translations for any key, add new translations with review/fuzzy flags, and manage multi-language content
- File Import/Export — Upload localization files (JSON, YAML, XLIFF) and generate download bundles in any supported format
- Team & Orders — List team members and their roles, plus inspect professional translation orders
How it works
1. Subscribe to this server
2. Enter your Lokalise API Token
3. Start managing your localization workflows from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
No more jumping between the Lokalise web console and your codebase. Your AI acts as a dedicated localization coordinator.
Who is this for?
- Developers — instantly create translation keys, push new strings, and pull localized files without leaving the IDE
- Product Managers — check translation progress across languages, review key counts, and monitor team activity
- Localization Teams — automate bulk uploads, generate export bundles, and manage translation orders programmatically
Built-in capabilities (13)
Add translations to one or more keys
Create translation keys in a Lokalise project
Create a new Lokalise project
Generate a download bundle of translations
Get details of a specific Lokalise project
List translation keys in a Lokalise project
List languages in a Lokalise project
List translation orders in your Lokalise account
List all Lokalise projects
List all team members in your Lokalise account
List translations for a key in a Lokalise project
Update an existing translation key
Upload a localization file to a Lokalise project
Why Cursor?
Cursor's Agent mode turns Lokalise into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Lokalise and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 13 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
Lokalise in Cursor
Lokalise and 3,400+ other MCP servers. One platform. One governance layer.
Teams that connect Lokalise to Cursor through Vinkius don't need to source, host, or maintain individual MCP servers. Every tool call runs inside a hardened runtime with credential isolation, DLP, and a signed audit chain.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Server catalog | Find and host yourself | 3,400+ managed |
| Infrastructure | Self-hosted | Sandboxed V8 isolates |
| Credential handling | Plaintext in config | Vault + runtime injection |
| Data loss prevention | None | Configurable DLP policies |
| Kill switch | None | Global instant shutdown |
| Financial circuit breakers | None | Per-server limits + alerts |
| Audit trail | None | Ed25519 signed logs |
| SIEM log streaming | None | Splunk, Datadog, Webhook |
| Honeytokens | None | Canary alerts on leak |
| Custom domains | Not applicable | DNS challenge verified |
| GDPR compliance | Manual effort | Automated purge + export |
Why teams choose Vinkius for Lokalise in Cursor
The Lokalise MCP Server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS — a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts. All 13 tools execute in hardened sandboxes optimized for native MCP execution.
Your AI agents in Cursor only access the data you authorize, with DLP that blocks sensitive information from ever reaching the model, kill switch for instant shutdown, and up to 60% token savings. Enterprise-grade infrastructure, zero maintenance.
* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
How Vinkius secures
Lokalise for Cursor
Every tool call from Cursor to the Lokalise MCP Server is protected by DLP redaction, cryptographic audit chains, V8 sandbox isolation, kill switch, and financial circuit breakers.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of Lokalise API token do I need for this integration?
You need a Personal Access Token from your Lokalise account. Go to your profile settings, find the API Tokens section, and generate a new token with read/write access to projects. Keep this token secure as it grants full API access to your account.
How do I add a new translation key to my Lokalise project via the AI agent?
Use the create_key action with the project ID, key name (e.g., homepage.welcome.title), and optionally specify platforms, tags, and a description. The key will be created with the base language placeholder ready for translation.
Can I export all my translations in a specific format like JSON or YAML?
Yes! Use the download_file action and specify the format parameter (e.g., json, yml, xliff, strings, xml). You can also filter by specific languages or filenames to generate targeted export bundles.
Is it possible to add translations programmatically for multiple languages at once?
Yes. The add_translation action supports adding translations for one or more keys at once. You can also mark translations as fuzzy or reviewed to indicate their quality status in the workflow.
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.