Zapier MCP for Windsurf: setup with mcp

This page shows how to connect Windsurf to Zapier MCP using the mcp_config.json file.

Before you begin

In Windsurf:

Open your MCP config

Open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.

Add the Zapier server

Add the following snippet:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "Zapier": {
      "url": "https://mcp.zapier.com/api/v1/connect"
    }
  }
}

Authenticate

Authenticate with your Zapier account.

You’ve now connected Zapier MCP to Windsurf.

Run the onboarding skill to turn your apps into tools, then make your first call.

Each successful tool call uses two tasks from your Zapier plan. Check how tasks are counted and what happens at your limit.

Last modified on August 28, 2026