Overview
What is Mcp Namecheap Registrar?
Mcp Namecheap Registrar is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates Namecheap’s Domains API with Cursor AI. It enables users to check domain availability, retrieve pricing, and register domains directly through Cursor’s AI interface. It is intended for developers who manage domains via Namecheap and use the Cursor IDE.
How to use Mcp Namecheap Registrar?
Clone the repository, install dependencies (npm install), configure .env with your Namecheap username and API key, and create a registrant-profile.json with your contact details. Build the project (npm run build), then add it as an MCP server in Cursor via Settings > MCP > New Server, using the command /path/to/this/repo/start-mcp.sh. Use Cursor’s AI chat to invoke tools like check_domain or register domains.
Key features of Mcp Namecheap Registrar
- Check domain name availability in real time
- Get detailed TLD pricing for registration, renewal, transfers
- Register domains with WhoisGuard privacy protection
- Custom nameservers support during registration
- Sandbox mode for testing without real purchases
Use cases of Mcp Namecheap Registrar
- Quickly verify if a desired domain name is available before buying
- Compare registration costs for different TLDs and registration periods
- Register domains directly from within the Cursor IDE
- Manage domain purchases while coding, without switching contexts
- Test domain registration workflows safely using the sandbox API
FAQ from Mcp Namecheap Registrar
How is Mcp Namecheap Registrar different from using the Namecheap website directly?
It allows you to check availability and register domains without leaving the Cursor AI interface, streamlining domain management into your development environment.
What are the runtime requirements?
You need Node.js v16 or higher, the Cursor AI IDE, a Namecheap account with API access enabled, and a whitelisted IP address. Your Namecheap account must have at least 20 domains, $50 balance, or $50 spent in the last two years.
Does Mcp Namecheap Registrar make real purchases?
Yes, by default it uses the live Namecheap API and can charge your account. Always double-check commands before confirming. Use NODE_ENV=sandbox in your .env file to test without real purchases (requires separate sandbox API credentials).
What data does Mcp Namecheap Registrar store?
It stores your Namecheap API credentials and registrant contact details in local files (.env and registrant-profile.json). No data is sent outside of the Namecheap API calls.
How does Mcp Namecheap Registrar authenticate with Namecheap?
It uses your Namecheap username and API key from the .env file. You must whitelist the IP address from which the MCP server runs, and enable API access in your Namecheap account settings.
