How do I find my TimezoneDB API Key?

Log in to your [**TimezoneDB account**](https://timezonedb.com/register), and you will find your API Key on the main page. Copy and paste it below.

Does the agent support searching by city?

While the primary tools use zone strings or coordinates, you can use `list_timezones` to find the correct zone name for a specific country.

Can the agent check if DST is active?

Yes. The `get_dst_status` tool returns a boolean value identifying if daylight saving time is currently being observed in the specified zone.

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

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About TimezoneDB MCP Server

Empower your AI agent to orchestrate your entire global time and timezone research workflow with TimezoneDB, the authoritative source for world clock data. By connecting TimezoneDB to your agent, you transform complex offset lookups into a natural conversation. Your agent can instantly retrieve current time for any zone, audit daylight saving statuses, and identify regional time variations without you ever touching a manual converter. Whether you are planning international calls or building global scheduling systems, your agent acts as a real-time time consultant, ensuring your data is always precise and synchronized.

Cursor's Agent mode turns TimezoneDB into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from TimezoneDB and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 5 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Time Auditing — Retrieve the exact current time for over 400 timezones and maintain a clear view of global offsets.
Location Oversight — Query timezone details based on geographic coordinates to understand local time patterns instantly.
Zone Discovery — List all supported timezones by country to identify regional variations and abbreviations.
DST Intelligence — Check if daylight saving time is currently active for any zone to assist in precise scheduling.
Spatial Discovery — Retrieve latitude and longitude metadata for specific zones to maintain spatial context.

The TimezoneDB MCP Server exposes 5 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect TimezoneDB to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the TimezoneDB MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using TimezoneDB

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using TimezoneDB, help me...". 5 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the TimezoneDB MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with TimezoneDB through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

TimezoneDB + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the TimezoneDB MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

TimezoneDB MCP Tools for Cursor (5)

These 5 tools become available when you connect TimezoneDB to Cursor via MCP:

check_api_status

Check if the TimezoneDB API is operational

get_dst_status

Check if daylight saving time is currently active for a zone

get_time_by_location

Get current time for specific geographic coordinates

get_time_by_zone

g., "America/New_York. Get current time and details for a specific timezone (e.g., "America/New_York")

list_timezones

List all supported timezones, optionally filtered by country

Example Prompts for TimezoneDB in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with TimezoneDB immediately.

"What is the current time in 'Asia/Tokyo' using TimezoneDB?"

"Check time for latitude 40.7128, longitude -74.0060."

"List all timezones in 'Brazil'."

Troubleshooting TimezoneDB MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting TimezoneDB to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

TimezoneDB + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating TimezoneDB MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.