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Quickstart

From database to live API and MCP in 60 seconds

Four steps, no code. Connect a database, get short secure endpoints for every table, and give AI agents access to exactly the tables you choose.

  • SQL Server and PostgreSQL
  • Credentials kept server-side
  • Table-scoped TinyURLs
  • Works with Claude Desktop and Cursor
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Step 1: Connect SQL Server or PostgreSQL

Enter host, port, user and password once. They are stored server-side, so credentials never appear in any endpoint URL.

Step 2: Schema reflection and 8-character TinyURLs

InstantAPI reads your schema and gives each table a short link for GET, POST, PUT and DELETE. The link does not reveal database or table names.

bash
curl "https://api.instantapi.app/api/s/{short_code}/rows?limit=10"

Step 3: Connect Claude Desktop or Cursor via table-scoped MCP

Add the MCP link to your client config. The agent can only reach the table that link authorizes.

mcp.json
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "instantapi": {
      "url": "https://api.instantapi.app/api/s/{short_code}/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Step 4: Call it from any app

Use the same TinyURL from JavaScript, Python, Zapier, n8n or Postman.

javascript
const res = await fetch("https://api.instantapi.app/api/s/{short_code}/rows");
const rows = await res.json();

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to install anything?
No. InstantAPI is hosted. Connect your database in the browser and your endpoints are live.
Are my database credentials exposed in URLs?
No. Credentials are stored server-side and never placed in TinyURL endpoints or MCP links.
Which databases are supported?
Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL.