Bring File Sharing
to Cursor
Learn how to connect Nextcloud to Cursor and start using 16 AI agent tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code.
GDPR Free for SubscribersCompatible with every major AI agent and IDE
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What is the Nextcloud MCP Server?
Connect your Nextcloud instance to any AI agent and take full control of your self-hosted productivity suite through natural conversation.
What you can do
- File & Folder Management — List, create, and delete files or folders within your Nextcloud storage directly from the chat.
- Advanced Sharing — Create and manage shares for users, groups, or public links with custom permissions and passwords.
- User & Admin Tools — List users (admin only), fetch detailed user profiles, and inspect server capabilities and enabled apps.
- Presence & Status — Get or set your online status and custom status messages with emojis to keep your team informed.
- Activity Tracking — Monitor recent activities and changes within your Nextcloud environment.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your Nextcloud URL, Username, and App Password
- Start managing your cloud storage and collaboration tools from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Self-Hosters — Manage your personal cloud infrastructure without leaving your AI workspace.
- Teams & Organizations — Quickly share documents and update statuses during collaborative sessions.
- Developers — Inspect server capabilities and manage app passwords directly from your coding environment.
Built-in capabilities (16)
Create a new folder in Nextcloud (WebDAV)
Share Types: 0=User, 1=Group, 3=Public Link, 4=Email, 6=Federated, 7=Circle, 10=Talk. Create a new Nextcloud share
Delete the current app password
Delete a file or folder in Nextcloud (WebDAV)
Delete a Nextcloud share
Requires authenticating with the real user password. Generate a new app password
Get Nextcloud server capabilities
Get details for a specific Nextcloud user
Get current user status
List Nextcloud activity stream
Path is relative to the user root. List files in a Nextcloud directory (WebDAV)
List all Nextcloud shares
Requires admin privileges. List Nextcloud users (Admin only)
Set user online status
Set custom user status message
Update an existing Nextcloud share
Why Cursor?
Cursor's Agent mode turns Nextcloud into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Nextcloud and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 16 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
Nextcloud in Cursor
Nextcloud and 4,000+ other MCP servers. One platform. One governance layer.
Teams that connect Nextcloud 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 | 4,000+ 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 Nextcloud in Cursor
The Nextcloud 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 16 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
Nextcloud for Cursor
Every tool call from Cursor to the Nextcloud MCP Server is protected by DLP redaction, cryptographic audit chains, V8 sandbox isolation, kill switch, and financial circuit breakers.
Frequently asked questions
How do I create a public share link for a specific folder?
Use the create_share tool. Provide the path to your folder and set shareType to 3 (Public Link). You can also optionally set a password for added security.
Can I change my online status message using the AI?
Yes! You can use set_user_status to change your availability (e.g., 'dnd', 'away') and set_user_status_message to set a custom text and emoji icon.
Is it possible to see which apps are enabled on my Nextcloud server?
Absolutely. Use the get_capabilities tool to retrieve a full list of server features, version information, and all currently enabled applications.
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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