FAQ

MCP Server

Welcome to the hub of viaSocket MCP Server! 
What is viaSocket MCP Server?viaSocket MCP lets you use viaSocket’s 1,000+ app integrations with your AI system. You can connect apps like Slack, Gmail, Google Calendar, HubSpot, and more, all through your AI.

At viaSocket, we believe in empowering our users to create and automate workflows without restrictions. We want you to leverage our platform to its full potential, without being limited by arbitrary thresholds.

Our goal is to provide a smooth and efficient experience, so you can focus on building intelligent and seamless integrations.

Guiding Principles

While we do not impose hard usage limits on the number of requests or the volume of interactions you can have through viaSocket's Model Context Protocol (MCP), we ask that users adhere to the following guidelines to ensure that everyone can benefit from a fair and efficient service:

Responsible Usage: We encourage users to interact with the platform in a manner that does not impact the experience of others. Excessive or malicious usage that disrupts the platform or its services may be subject to review.
Security and Integrity: Ensure that your usage complies with our security standards. We prohibit any activity that would compromise the platform’s integrity, including, but not limited to, unauthorized data scraping, attacks, or any other forms of malicious activities.
Fairness: While we don’t set hard caps, please avoid automating actions that could unintentionally overload the system, such as excessive API calls or spam-like behaviors. Use the platform responsibly to maintain optimal performance for all users.
Compliance: Users must ensure that they are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to data privacy laws like GDPR, CCPA, and others. All data processed via the platform must be done with the necessary permissions and rights.

What We Do Not Tolerate

We take violations of our terms seriously. The following activities are strictly prohibited and could lead to suspension of access to viaSocket MCP:

Malicious Activity: Including attempts to exploit the platform or compromise its security.
Misuse of Data: Engaging in any activity that violates data privacy or intellectual property laws.
Spamming or Fraudulent Behavior: Sending unsolicited communications or attempting to mislead others.
Service Disruptions: Engaging in any actions that would intentionally degrade the quality or availability of the service for other users.

A Commitment to Growth

We are dedicated to growing alongside our users. We understand that as you scale your business, your needs may evolve. If your usage is expanding beyond typical operations, or if you require additional support or resources, we are here to help.

Please reach out to our support team at [email protected], and we’ll be happy to assist you in optimizing your experience.

Fair Usage Policy

Apr 21, 2025

Easily use AI Actions within Cursor IDE with viaSocket MCP. Let your AI assistant handle real-world tasks securely, all without leaving your coding environment.

Quick Start

Get started with Cursor and AI Actions in just three easy steps:

Copy your unique MCP server URL from the “viaSocket MCP”
Choose the actions you want your AI to access.
Open Cursor and paste the MCP URL.

You're ready to go!

Configuring viaSocket MCP in Cursor

For Cursor version ≥ 0.46 (recommended), follow these steps to configure viaSocket MCP:

Open Cursor settings (⇧+⌘+J).
Navigate to the "MCP" tab and click "Add MCP Server".
Add the following JSON configuration, replacing the placeholder URL with your MCP URL.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "viasocket MCP": {
      "url": "https://mcp.viasocket.com/****************/sse"
    }
  }
}

Caution: Treat your MCP server URL like a password! It can be used to run your AI actions and access your data.

Cursor Integration

Apr 23, 2025

You can now use viaSocket MCP directly with Claude Desktop by Anthropic. This lets Claude Desktop perform real-world tasks, like sending messages or creating events, through a simple and secure connection, expanding its capabilities beyond just conversations.

Quick Start

Three simple steps to get started with Claude Desktop and AI Actions:

Copy your unique MCP server URL into the viaSocket MCP.
Choose and configure the actions you want Claude Desktop to access.
Configure Claude Desktop with your MCP URL (see instructions below).

Configuring viaSocket MCP in Claude Desktop

Include the following JSON configuration in claude_desktop_config.json, replacing the placeholder URL with your actual MCP URL from the MCP settings:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "viasocket-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-remote",
        "https://mcp.viasocket.com/************/sse"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Claude Desktop Integration

Apr 15, 2025

You can now use viaSocket MCP directly from Windsurf IDE. This lets your AI assistant perform real-world tasks through a simple, secure connection, all without leaving your coding environment.

Quick Start

Here are three simple steps to get started with Windsurf and viaSocket MCP:

Copy your unique MCP server URL from the viaSocket MCP in your workspace.
Configure the actions you want your AI to access.
Open Windsurf and add the MCP URL in the settings.

Configuring MCP in Windsurf

To set up MCP with Cascade:

Go to Windsurf - Settings > Advanced Settings or open the Command Palette and select Open Windsurf Settings Page.
Scroll down to the Cascade section.
Here, you can add a new server, view existing servers, and access the raw JSON config file at mcp_config.json.

Adding a New Server

To add a new server:

Click the "Add Server" button in the Cascade settings.
Choose from the pre-populated popular servers or click "Add custom server +" to add your own server directly in mcp_config.json.

mcp_config.json

The mcp_config.json file, located at ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json, lists the servers Cascade can connect to.

The JSON format should match the same schema as the config file for Claude Desktop.

Here’s an example configuration for viaSocket MCP:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "viasocket Actions MCP": {
      "serverUrl": "https://mcp.viasocket.com/*************/sse"
    }
  }
}

Windsurf Integration

Apr 23, 2025