How to Use the Homebase MCP in Cline

Q: Can I use Cline to export timecards?

Yes. Cline can read the listtimecards output and write it to a local CSV or JSON file in your current project directory.

Cline controls your Homebase account to manage shifts, timecards, and staff without manual entry.

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Cline acts on your behalf by fetching `list_scheduled_shifts` and comparing them against `list_timecards`. It identifies gaps between planned and actual labor without waiting for your input. This allows the agent to build reports or update records based on the live API output. It executes the logic, shows you the diff, and waits for your confirmation.

Deep dive into employee profiles

Need to check a role or department? Cline queries `list_defined_roles` and `list_departments` to map your organization structure. It then uses `get_employee_profile` to pull specific details. It keeps your workflow moving by resolving dependencies in the background. You define the task, and the agent handles the data mapping.

Real-time clock-in visibility

Use `get_active_clock_ins` to monitor site activity as it happens. Cline tracks who is on the clock at any given location by polling the API endpoints you specify. This data feeds directly into your tasks. Whether you're building a dashboard or auditing attendance, the agent has the latest numbers ready.

Setup guide

Set up Homebase 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 homebase-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 Homebase refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.

Cline MCP Settings

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "homebase-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Homebase MCP in Cline

Go to the Cline sidebar and click the MCP Servers icon. You can use the Remote Servers tab to add the URL or edit your cline_mcp_settings.json file directly.

It performs exactly the actions you ask for. Since it reads the schema for `list_scheduled_shifts`, it can parse the output and suggest adjustments based on your requirements.

All requests are authenticated via the endpoint token provided by Vinkius. Only your specific shift, employee, and timecard data is ever accessed by the tools.

Yes. Cline can read the `list_timecards` output and write it to a local CSV or JSON file in your current project directory.

Once you add the server to your settings, the tools remain available for every Cline session until you remove them from the configuration.

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