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How to Use the Official Cursor

Introdcution

Cursor is an AI-powered code editor developed by Anysphere Labs, deeply customized based on VSCode. It supports various programming languages and integrates AI models like GPT-4, offering intelligent code completion, generation, editing, and chat functions. Be sure to use the official version! (However, direct recharges are currently not available in China.)

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2025.3.15 update

cursor-free-vip

2025.3.2 update

cursor reset is helpful.

2025.2.25 update

go-cursor-help is helpful.

Since that's not an option, here are some other methods to consider. Please note, all these methods are purely imaginary and not recommended for actual use.

Disclaimer

The methods and solutions provided here are for educational purposes only. Using these methods may violate the terms of service of Cursor or other platforms. Proceed at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for any issues, data loss, or account suspensions that may occur as a result of following these instructions. Always refer to the official documentation and ensure compliance with the software's terms and policies.

2025.02.19 update:

Email-Based Methods (Simple and Straightforward)

Method 1

When your Cursor free version quota or time expires, log in again, go to Advanced, click Delete Account, enter delete to confirm, and then re-register with the same account.

Method 2

Since registration only requires an email, you can keep using it for free as long as you have enough email addresses. By registering a 2925 unlimited email, you can create unlimited alias emails.

Drawbacks

The downside of these email-based methods that you'll lose your account settings, but if you've imported your settings from VSCode, everything will be fine.

Machine Code-Based Methods

Sometimes, you may encounter the error 'Too many free trial accounts used on this machine,' indicating that you've used too many free accounts on the same device. You can try the following methods to resolve this issue: Mail-based methods

Method 3

Try deleting the machineid file and then retry. (Windows- C:\Users\AppData\Roaming\Cursor\machineid)

Method 4

Use a script to reset, such as change-cursor-MachineId.

Method 5

Generate a machineid using Cursor Fake Machine. I've noticed that the documentation in the repository is incomplete, so here's a step-by-step guide on how to use it:

Step1: Download

Download the Cursor Fake Machine extension from the link provided by the [official GitHub repository]((https://github.com/bestK/cursor-fake-machine.git).

Step2: Installation

For the installation guide, please refer to the official Cursor documentation: How to Install the Extension.

Step3: Usage

To use Cursor Fake Machine, open the command palette, use the shortcut Ctrl + Shift + P, and type fake.

Troubleshooting

If Cursor Fake Machine isn't working, follow these steps:

  1. Delete the machineid file.
  2. Restart your Cursor.
  3. Log out of your account.
  4. Register a new account.
  5. Log in to the newly registered account.
  6. Restart your computer.

If it still doesn't work:

  1. Uninstall Cursor.
  2. Reinstall Cursor.

Note: The GitHub repository is regularly updated, so issues may arise. Please refer to the latest documentation for updated solutions.

A title

With the continuous updates of Cursor over time, not all methods may still be effective.

Other possible ways:

  • https://www.yuque.com/brojie/iofws3/cmnk49w9dx9ygsys?singleDoc#

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