Bring Rest Api
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Create your Vinkius account to connect JokeAPI to Windsurf and start using all 3 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.
Compatible with every major AI agent and IDE
What is the JokeAPI MCP Server?
Equip your AI agent with a source of laughter via the JokeAPI MCP server. This integration provides access to a large database of jokes across various categories like Programming, Pun, and Misc. Your agent can retrieve random jokes, filter them by specific categories or languages, and ensure content safety using blacklist flags (nsfw, religious, political, etc.). Whether you're building a fun bot, looking for a quick icebreaker, or just want a laugh, your agent acts as a dedicated comedian through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Random Jokes — Get a single random joke or a list of multiple jokes.
- Category Filtering — Choose from Programming, Misc, Pun, Spooky, or Christmas categories.
- Content Safety — Use flags to filter out jokes that are NSFW, religious, political, or offensive.
- Language Support — Access jokes in multiple languages including English, German, and Portuguese.
- Humor Auditing — Summarize multiple jokes to identify popular themes and comedic structures.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- No API Key required (Public Access)
- Start getting jokes from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Entertainment Apps — add a humor feature to your AI-driven applications.
- Bot Developers — build engaging and fun chat bots with varied content.
- General Users — enjoy a quick laugh or find jokes to share with friends.
- Social Media Managers — source lighthearted content for audience engagement.
Built-in capabilities (3)
Get a random joke
List joke categories
Get multiple jokes
Why Windsurf?
Windsurf's Cascade agent chains multiple JokeAPI tool calls autonomously. query data, analyze results, and generate code in a single agentic session. Paste Vinkius Edge URL, reload, and all 3 tools are immediately available. Real-time tool feedback appears inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor.
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Windsurf's Cascade agent autonomously chains multiple tool calls in sequence, solving complex multi-step tasks without manual intervention
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Purpose-built for agentic workflows. Cascade understands context across your entire codebase and integrates MCP tools natively
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JSON-based configuration means zero code changes: paste a URL, reload, and all 3 tools are immediately available
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Real-time tool feedback is displayed inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor without switching contexts
JokeAPI in Windsurf
Why run JokeAPI with Vinkius?
The JokeAPI 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 3 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
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Professionals who connect JokeAPI to Windsurf 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
JokeAPI for Windsurf
Every request between Windsurf and JokeAPI 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 get 5 jokes specifically about programming?
Yes! Use the list_jokes tool and set the category to 'Programming' and amount to 5. It will return a set of developer-themed jokes.
How do I filter out offensive jokes?
You can use the blacklistFlags parameter in the tools. Specify 'nsfw,religious,political,racist,sexist,explicit' to ensure only safe jokes are returned.
What languages are supported for jokes?
JokeAPI supports multiple languages including English (en), German (de), Spanish (es), French (fr), and Portuguese (pt). Use the lang parameter to specify your choice.
How does Windsurf discover MCP tools?
Windsurf reads the mcp_config.json file on startup and connects to each configured server via Streamable HTTP. Tools are listed in the MCP panel and available to Cascade automatically.
Can Cascade chain multiple MCP tool calls?
Yes. Cascade is an agentic system. it can plan and execute multi-step workflows, calling several tools in sequence to accomplish complex tasks without manual prompting between steps.
Does Windsurf support multiple MCP servers?
Yes. Add as many servers as needed in mcp_config.json. Each server's tools appear in the MCP panel and Cascade can use tools from different servers in a single flow.
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