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IoEHub MCP Time Server

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The IoEHub MCP Time Server is a robust server that provides the current Unix timestamp. It implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to provide time information for AI models that don't have access to the current time.

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What is IoEHub MCP Time Server?

The IoEHub MCP Time Server is a reliable time server designed to provide accurate time information to AI models and other applications using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It offers time data in various formats, ensuring compatibility and ease of use.

How to use IoEHub MCP Time Server?

The server can be started using a batch file (recommended for Windows), directly with the node command, or using npm. Configuration for integration with AI platforms like Claude and Cursor involves adding the server to your MCP configuration with the appropriate command and arguments, pointing to the server's executable file.

Key features of IoEHub MCP Time Server

  • Extreme Reliability: Designed to stay running even when stdin/stdout connections are closed

  • Comprehensive Logging: Logs to both stderr and file for troubleshooting

  • Self-Healing: Resists termination attempts and maintains availability

  • Rich Time Information: Provides time data in multiple formats

  • MCP Protocol Compliant: Fully compatible with Claude, Cursor and other MCP clients

Use cases of IoEHub MCP Time Server

  • Providing time information to AI models that lack direct access to system time

  • Integrating with AI-assisted coding environments like Cursor IDE

  • Enabling time-based functionality in applications using the MCP protocol

  • Synchronizing time across different systems and platforms

FAQ from IoEHub MCP Time Server

How do I start the server on Windows?

Use the start-mcp-server.bat batch file.

How do I start the server on Linux/macOS?

Use the node ioehub-time.js command or use npm.

How do I integrate this server with Claude AI?

Add the server to your MCP configuration with the appropriate command and arguments.

Where are the logs stored?

Logs are written to both stderr and to a log file in the logs directory.

What time formats are supported?

The server provides time information in Unix timestamp, Unix milliseconds, human-readable format, formatted date/time, UTC, date only, and time only formats.