NameStation for VS Code
GitHub Copilot in VS Code calls NameStation from agent mode.
VS Code supports remote MCP servers with OAuth sign-in, so Copilot agent mode can call NameStation without a key in your settings. Name the project in the same window where you build it, and keep the domains that are available.
Set it up
- 1Choose Add to VS Code, or open the Command Palette and run MCP: Add Server. Pick HTTP, paste the MCP URL, and name it namestation.
- 2Run MCP: List Servers, start namestation, and allow it to sign in to NameStation.
- 3Want the naming skill too? Run Chat: Install Plugin From Source and enter https://github.com/namestation/plugins. In the Copilot CLI, run the command below.
- 4Ask Copilot in agent mode for names.
.vscode/mcp.json
{
"servers": {
"namestation": { "type": "http", "url": "https://api.namestation.com/mcp" }
}
}Copilot CLI
copilot plugin install namestation/pluginsServer URL
One address for every app. Sign-in happens on namestation.com.
https://api.namestation.com/mcpWhat to ask
“Find 10 one-word .com names for a cozy coffee shop in Portland.”
find_available_domains
“Is brightnest.com taken? Check .io and .co too.”
check_domains
“Screen Lumora, Brightnest, and Kindling for trademark conflicts.”
check_trademarks
“More like Brightnest, but shorter. Skip anything you already showed me.”
find_available_domains
“Save my three favorites to a list I can send to my cofounder.”
save_name_list
“How many searches do I have left this month?”
get_account
Questions
Does VS Code check if the domains are available?
Yes. NameStation checks every domain live against registry data before VS Code shows it, so a name marked available can be registered now. Names that could not be checked are labeled unchecked.
How much does NameStation cost in VS Code?
NameStation needs a paid plan or the free 3-day trial. Searches cost the same as on namestation.com: 10 credits to generate names or find available domains. Checking domains, screening trademarks, and saving lists do not use credits. You can set a monthly credit cap for each app or key.
Do I need an API key to use NameStation in VS Code?
No. VS Code signs in to NameStation with OAuth and you approve the access on namestation.com. API keys are only for bots, scripts, and automations.
Which tools are included?
Find available domains, generate name ideas, check domains in bulk, screen names against USPTO and EUIPO trademarks, save shareable name lists, and read your plan and credit balance.
Bring NameStation into VS Code
Find names you can actually register, without leaving the app you work in.