Namecheap Domains MCP for Cursor
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This is a Cursor MCP integration for the Namecheap Domains API. It allows you to check domain availability, get pricing information, and register domains directly through the Cursor AI interface.
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What is Namecheap Domains MCP for Cursor?
This server is a Cursor Model Context Protocol (MCP) integration that connects to the Namecheap Domains API. It provides tools within the Cursor AI IDE to manage domain-related tasks like checking availability, retrieving pricing, and registering domains.
How to use Namecheap Domains MCP for Cursor?
To use this server, you need to clone the repository, install dependencies, configure your Namecheap API credentials, create a registrant profile, build the project, and then add it as a new server in Cursor's MCP settings. Once added, you can use commands like check_domain and register within Cursor's AI interface.
Key features of Namecheap Domains MCP for Cursor
Domain Availability Checking
TLD Pricing Information
Domain Registration
WhoisGuard Support
Custom Nameservers
Use cases of Namecheap Domains MCP for Cursor
Quickly check domain name availability within your IDE
Retrieve pricing information for various TLDs
Register domains directly from your Cursor environment
Automate domain management tasks
Integrate domain registration into your development workflow
FAQ from Namecheap Domains MCP for Cursor
What are the prerequisites for using this MCP server?
What are the prerequisites for using this MCP server?
You need Node.js v16 or higher, Cursor AI IDE, a Namecheap account with API access enabled, and a Namecheap API key.
How do I enable API access in my Namecheap account?
How do I enable API access in my Namecheap account?
You need to meet certain requirements (e.g., having at least 20 domains or $50 balance), whitelist the IP address from which you'll access the API, enable API access in your Namecheap account settings, and generate an API key.
How do I add this as an MCP server in Cursor?
How do I add this as an MCP server in Cursor?
Go to Cursor Settings -> MCP -> New Server -> Command, enter the command to start the server (e.g., /path/to/repo/start-mcp.sh), give the server a name, and click Add Server.
How can I test domain registration without making real purchases?
How can I test domain registration without making real purchases?
Set NODE_ENV=sandbox in your .env file to use Namecheap's sandbox API environment. Note that you'll need separate sandbox API credentials.
What should I do if I encounter API authentication failures?
What should I do if I encounter API authentication failures?
Ensure your API key and username are correct, and check that your IP address is whitelisted in Namecheap.