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How to Install, Register, and Unlock Unlimited Use of Cursor AI Code Editor

This guide walks you through the purpose and scenarios for Cursor, its evolution, key advantages, step‑by‑step download, installation, 2925 email registration, unlimited renewal tricks, machine‑ID reset via a GitHub release, and configuration including Chinese localization, all illustrated with screenshots and code snippets.

AI Software Product Manager

Jul 14, 2025

How to Install, Register, and Unlock Unlimited Use of Cursor AI Code Editor

What is Cursor

Cursor is an AI‑driven code editor built on VS Code. It provides full IDE control, strong context‑recognition, and a conversational chat mode that generates code from natural‑language requirements.

Core Advantages

Full IDE integration, not just an AI plugin.

Advanced context awareness across files.

Chat mode for requirement‑to‑code generation.

Download and Installation

Download the appropriate installer from https://cursor.com/ (Windows .exe, macOS binary). On Windows run the installer, optionally change the install path and create a desktop shortcut. On macOS open the .dmg and drag Cursor to Applications.

Account Registration Using 2925 Sub‑mailboxes

Cursor requires an email address for activation. Using a 2925.com mailbox allows creation of unlimited sub‑mailboxes (e.g., [email protected], [email protected]) that share the same inbox and bypass the single‑email verification limit.

Sub‑mailboxes are created by appending any combination of characters (max length 64) to the master address.

No separate activation is needed; verification codes are received in the master inbox.

Sign‑up Procedure

Enter the sub‑mailbox address on the registration page. If a phone verification step appears, prepend +86 to the mobile number. After receiving the email verification code, complete the registration.

Unlimited Renewal (Unlimited “Cup”)

Each new installation requires a fresh email and a new machine ID. By using a new 2925 sub‑mailbox for each installation, the email‑verification limit is avoided, allowing unlimited renewals. This method works on Cursor version 1.2.4 (tested 2025‑07‑12).

Resetting Machine ID

Download the reset tool from the GitHub releases page:

https://github.com/yeongpin/cursor-free-vip/releases

Run the binary for your OS:

Windows: right‑click the .exe and select “Run as administrator”.

macOS: make the file executable and run it.

# macOS example
chmod +x /path/to/CursorFreeVIP_1.11.03_mac_intel
/path/to/CursorFreeVIP_1.11.03_mac_intel
# Choose option 1 to reset machine ID, then option 2 to input the email address.
# After registration, enter the email verification code.

Registering with a Custom Email

When prompted, choose option 2, input a 2925 sub‑mailbox, and press Enter. The tool opens a browser to complete registration; only the email verification code (and optional phone verification with +86) is required.

Configuration and Localization

Cursor Settings

Adjust AI‑related options. Disable data‑sharing mode if handling confidential code.

Editor Appearance

Change theme, font, and other UI preferences.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Configure shortcuts via the Settings UI or Ctrl+K Ctrl+S (Windows/Linux) / Cmd+K Cmd+S (macOS).

Importing VS Code Settings

Click “Import” in Cursor Settings to automatically load the settings.json file from a VS Code installation on the same machine. For remote import, export VS Code settings first and then import the file in Cursor.