Bring Shipping Labels
to Cursor
Learn how to connect ShipStation to Cursor and start using 28 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
Gemini
What is the ShipStation MCP Server?
Connect your ShipStation account to any AI agent and take full control of your e-commerce logistics and fulfillment workflows through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Order Management — List, create, and fetch detailed information for orders across all your connected stores.
- Carrier Logistics — List connected carriers, check account balances, and retrieve supported packages and services.
- Shipping Rates & Labels — Get real-time shipping rates and generate labels for orders or manual shipments instantly.
- Fulfillment Operations — Mark orders as shipped, void labels, and manage order tags to keep your workflow organized.
- Store & Warehouse Sync — List and update store configurations and manage warehouse locations for accurate inventory tracking.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- Enter your ShipStation API Key and API Secret
- Start managing your shipping operations from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- E-commerce Operators — quickly check order statuses and generate labels without switching between multiple browser tabs.
- Logistics Managers — compare shipping rates and manage carrier balances through simple natural language commands.
- Support Teams — instantly retrieve customer order history and shipping details to provide faster assistance.
Built-in capabilities (28)
Add funds to a carrier account
Add a tag to an order
Create a shipping label for an order
Create or update an order
Create a manual shipment label
Get carrier details and balance
Get customer details
Get a single order by ID
Get shipping rates
Get store details
List all connected carriers
List customers with filters
List orders with filters
List orders by status and tag
List packages for a carrier
List services for a carrier
List shipments (generated labels)
List stores
List all account tags
List warehouses (Ship From Locations)
List webhooks
Mark an order as shipped
Register a new ShipStation account
Remove a tag from an order
Subscribe to a webhook
Unsubscribe from a webhook
Update a store
Void a shipping label
Why Cursor?
Cursor's Agent mode turns ShipStation into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from ShipStation and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 28 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
ShipStation in Cursor
ShipStation and 4,000+ other MCP servers. One platform. One governance layer.
Teams that connect ShipStation 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 ShipStation in Cursor
The ShipStation 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 28 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
ShipStation for Cursor
Every tool call from Cursor to the ShipStation MCP Server is protected by DLP redaction, cryptographic audit chains, V8 sandbox isolation, kill switch, and financial circuit breakers.
Frequently asked questions
Can I check shipping rates for a specific order before creating a label?
Yes! Use the get_rates tool. Provide the carrier, service, and package details to receive real-time pricing for your shipment.
How do I list all orders that are currently awaiting shipment?
You can use the list_orders tool and set the order_status parameter to 'awaiting_shipment'. This will return all orders ready for fulfillment.
Is it possible to add funds to my carrier account through the AI?
Yes, the add_funds tool allows you to add a specific amount to a carrier account (like Stamps.com) using the payment method you have on file in ShipStation.
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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