Bring Internal Tools
to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect Retool to Windsurf and start using all 7 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.
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What is the Retool MCP Server?
Connect your conversational assistant directly to the Retool ecosystem. This integration enables your AI to explore the organizational structure of your internal tools, auditing who has access to what, and reviewing which databases are connected.
What you can do
- Audit Applications — Ask your assistant to scan your Retool workspace (
list_apps) and drill down into the configuration of specific tools (get_app). Observe how tools are organized by requesting a view of the folder hierarchy (list_folders). - Manage Permissions & Users — Review the active members of your Retool organization (
list_users) and understand their access levels by listing the existing permission groups (list_groups). - Review DevOps & Infrastructure — Command the AI to inspect which data sources or APIs are wired into your operational stack (
list_resources), and list any active background automation tasks (list_workflows).
How it works
- Install the Retool extension module in your MCP environment.
- Obtain your
Retool Access Tokenand yourRetool Domainfrom your network settings. Enter them securely below. - Converse naturally: "List all our active Retool users and tell me if we have any database resources connected."
Who is this for?
- IT Administrators — Run quick audits of internal user privileges and database connections without diving into several clicks in the Retool dashboard.
- Engineering Leads — Monitor the landscape of internal tools and workflows directly while chatting about operations.
- Data Teams — Quickly verify if the relevant PostgreSQL database has been integrated to Retool for team usage.
Built-in capabilities (7)
Retrieves details for a specific Retool application
Lists all applications in the Retool organization
Lists all folders in the Retool workspace
Lists all permission groups
Lists all data resources configured in Retool
Lists all users in the Retool organization
Lists all Retool Workflows
Why Windsurf?
Windsurf's Cascade agent chains multiple Retool tool calls autonomously. query data, analyze results, and generate code in a single agentic session. Paste Vinkius Edge URL, reload, and all 7 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 7 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
Retool in Windsurf
Why run Retool with Vinkius?
The Retool 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 7 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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Analyze real-time token consumption and cost metrics detailed by connection.
Explore our live AI Agents Analytics dashboard to see it all working
This dashboard is included when you connect Retool using Vinkius. You will never be left in the dark about what your AI agents are doing with your tools.
Retool and 4,000+ other AI tools. No hosting, no code, ready to use.
Professionals who connect Retool 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
Retool for Windsurf
Every request between Windsurf and Retool 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 the assistant create new Retool apps or modify queries?
No, this integration is primarily focused on querying and auditing your Retool workspace. It can list apps (list_apps), detail definitions (get_app), and trace infrastructure (list_resources, list_workflows) but cannot currently modify app UI or delete users.
Where do I find the Retool Domain?
Your Retool domain is exactly what you see in the URL bar when you log into Retool. For example, if you access Retool at https://acme-corp.retool.com, your domain is acme-corp.retool.com. For self-hosted deployments, use the root domain of your custom instance.
Can the AI show me which automated workflows are currently active?
Yes. Use list_workflows to retrieve all automation workflows configured in your Retool workspace, including their names and status. This lets you quickly verify which background processes are running without opening the Retool dashboard.
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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