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Short.io MCP Server

Bring Url Shortening
to Cursor

Learn how to connect Short.io to Cursor and start using 11 AI agent tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code.

MCP Inspector GDPR Free for Subscribers
Create Bulk LinksCreate Short LinkDelete LinkGet DomainGet Link ClicksGet Link DetailsGet Link StatisticsList Short DomainsList Short LinksList TagsUpdate Link

Compatible with every major AI agent and IDE

ClaudeClaude
ChatGPTChatGPT
CursorCursor
GeminiGemini
WindsurfWindsurf
VS CodeVS Code
JetBrainsJetBrains
VercelVercel
+ other MCP clients
Short.io

What is the Short.io MCP Server?

Connect your Short.io account to any AI agent and simplify your branded link management, click tracking, and URL orchestration through natural conversation.

What you can do

  • Link Management — List shortened links for any domain, retrieve detailed metadata, and monitor active status
  • Domain Control — Query your catalog of branded domains to choose the right context for each short link
  • Link Creation — Programmatically create new short links with custom paths (slugs) directly from your agent
  • Click Analytics — Access aggregate click statistics and performance metrics for specific links to understand reach
  • Direct Control — Manage your link-based outreach and content pipeline without manual dashboard entry

How it works

  1. Subscribe to this server
  2. Enter your Short.io Secret API Key from your account settings
  3. Start managing your branded links from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client

Built-in capabilities (11)

create_bulk_links

Create multiple shortened links at once

create_short_link

Shorten a new URL

delete_link

Delete a shortened link

get_domain

Get details for a custom domain

get_link_clicks

Get click analytics for a link

get_link_details

Get details for a specific link

get_link_statistics

Get click statistics

list_short_domains

io account. List branded domains

list_short_links

List links for a domain

list_tags

List all link tags

update_link

Update a shortened link

Why Cursor?

Cursor's Agent mode turns Short.io into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Short.io and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 11 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

  • Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

  • Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

  • MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

  • VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

See it in action

Short.io in Cursor

AI AgentVinkius
High Security·Kill Switch·Plug and Play
Why Vinkius

Short.io and 4,000+ other MCP servers. One platform. One governance layer.

Teams that connect Short.io 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.

4,000+MCP Servers ready
<40msCold start
60%Token savings
Raw MCP
Vinkius
Server catalogFind and host yourself4,000+ managed
InfrastructureSelf-hostedSandboxed V8 isolates
Credential handlingPlaintext in configVault + runtime injection
Data loss preventionNoneConfigurable DLP policies
Kill switchNoneGlobal instant shutdown
Financial circuit breakersNonePer-server limits + alerts
Audit trailNoneEd25519 signed logs
SIEM log streamingNoneSplunk, Datadog, Webhook
HoneytokensNoneCanary alerts on leak
Custom domainsNot applicableDNS challenge verified
GDPR complianceManual effortAutomated purge + export
Enterprise Security

Why teams choose Vinkius for Short.io in Cursor

The Short.io 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 11 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.

Short.io
Fully ManagedVinkius Servers
60%Token savings
High SecurityEnterprise-grade
IAMAccess control
EU AI ActCompliant
DLPData protection
V8 IsolateSandboxed
Ed25519Audit chain
<40msKill switch
Stream every event to Splunk, Datadog, or your own webhook in real-time

* 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

The Vinkius Advantage

How Vinkius secures Short.io for Cursor

Every tool call from Cursor to the Short.io MCP Server is protected by DLP redaction, cryptographic audit chains, V8 sandbox isolation, kill switch, and financial circuit breakers.

< 40msCold start
Ed25519Signed audit chain
60%Token savings
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

01

Can I create a custom short link using my AI agent?

Yes! Use the create_short_link action. Provide the original URL, the domain name, and an optional custom path to generate your branded link.

02

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.

03

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.

04

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.

05

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.

06

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

07

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

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