How to Use the Hubstaff MCP in Cursor

Connect Cursor to Hubstaff to pull real-time project metrics directly into your codebase.

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Connect Hubstaff MCP to Cursor

Create your Vinkius account to connect Hubstaff to Cursor and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Build with Hubstaff data in Cursor

Stop guessing project requirements when you can fetch them. Use `list_tasks` to feed real organizational context into your coding session. Your agent uses this data to write code that aligns with your actual project structure. It saves you the trouble of manual copy-pasting.

Track project status inside Cursor

Query your live environment using `get_project` or `list_projects`. You get the exact state of your workload while you work. This MCP server helps you stay synced with your team's current focus. Your agent understands the constraints of your tasks from the start.

View staff time with this MCP Server

Check on team progress by calling `list_time_entries` while you are mid-code. It keeps your development cycle tied to real-world hours. No more context switching. You get the data you need to make informed decisions without ever leaving your editor.

Setup guide

Set up Hubstaff MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Hubstaff MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Hubstaff transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Hubstaff tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about Hubstaff MCP in Cursor

You add the server details to your configuration file. After that, your agent can start calling the tools to retrieve your project data.

Yes, once you set up the connection. Your agent can read tasks, time entries, and project details to help you write code that matters.

It grounds your AI agent in reality. Instead of working with mock data, you get actual numbers and project details directly in your flow.

You can set it up globally or per project. This lets you tailor which tools are available based on the specific repository you are working on.

The server processes your timesheets and activity logs locally. It only accesses the specific records you ask your agent to investigate.

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