How to Use the Buddy Punch MCP in Cline
Cline controls your workforce records using the Buddy Punch MCP Server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Buddy Punch MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect Buddy Punch to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Cline automates employee time management
Cline uses `punch_in_out` to mark your shift start directly from your VS Code workspace. It eliminates the need to open external tabs when you start a coding session. After you finish, the agent verifies the entry by calling `list_time_entries` to confirm the timestamp is logged. You get a confirmation message in the chat sidebar.
Syncing team schedules with Cline
When you need to know who is working, Cline calls `list_work_schedules` to pull the latest shift data. It brings this information into your active file context. You can then ask the agent to build a report based on these hours. It handles the data retrieval so you stay inside your project files.
Manage your roster in Cline
Adding new staff members is simple with the `create_employee` tool. Cline fills out the necessary fields based on the information you provide in the chat. It also checks `list_employees` to prevent duplicate records. This keeps your payroll data clean without manual data entry.
Set up Buddy Punch MCP in Cline
Prerequisites
- VS Code with Cline extension installed
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open Cline MCP settings
Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
- 2
Add a remote server
Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type
buddy-punch-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint:https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable the server
After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
- 4
Start using tools
Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest Buddy Punch refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
{
"mcpServers": {
"buddy-punch-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
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