What format does this MCP use for offsets?

The MCP uses and validates the strict ±HH:mm UTC offset format.

Can I use this with Claude or Cursor?

Yes, this MCP works with any MCP-compatible client including Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf.

Does it handle signed differences?

Yes, the get_relative_offset_shift capability specifically calculates the signed hour difference.

How do I convert minutes to an offset?

You can use the get_offset_from_total_minutes capability to turn minutes into a standard string.

Is there a way to check if an offset string is valid?

Yes, the validate_offset_format capability checks if a string follows the required pattern.

How do I calculate the shift between two time zones?

You can use the get_relative_offset_shift capability by providing the source and target offsets in the ±HH:mm format.

What format should the UTC offset be in?

Offsets must follow the strict ±HH:mm format, such as '+05:30' or '-08:00'. You can use validate_offset_format to check your strings.

Can I find the absolute distance between two offsets?

Yes, use the get_absolute_hour_gap capability to get the non-negative number of hours separating two time zones.

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Connect Timezone Offset Difference to ChatGPT and Claude

Set it up once and it works in ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, and any other client you love. It all runs safely in the background, so you can relax and focus on what really matters. Handle precise UTC offset math and temporal shifts.

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Complete set · 4 capabilities

The complete Timezone Offset Difference capability set.

These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Timezone Offset Difference.

Capability set01 / 01

01-04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 4 available through Timezone Offset Difference.

01
Get relative offset shift
This capability calculates the signed hour difference between two specific UTC offsets.
02
Validate offset format
Use this to check if a string follows the required ±HH:mm UTC offset format.
03
Get absolute hour gap
This capability finds the total magnitude of hours that separate two UTC offsets.
04
Get offset from total minutes
This capability converts a total count of minutes from UTC into a standard ±HH:mm string.

One connector, every AI

Timezone Offset Difference works with the most popular AI clients.

These are the most popular clients, each with a step-by-step guide: one link, set up once, with governance and visibility built in. And because everything runs on the MCP standard, the same connection also works in any other compatible client — nothing to rebuild.

Building your own app? The connector is yours to use.

You don't need a client to put Timezone Offset Difference to work: the same hosted connection plugs into your own applications and agent code, with the same governance on every request. Build with it, chat with it — one connection for both.

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931ms average. Fast in production.

Timezone Offset Difference is checked daily against the live service.

Daily averagePeak 1083ms

Sep 24Today

Fastest day: 904ms
Slowest day: 1083ms
14-day trend: Slowing+14%

Connect your client

One URL. Every client.

Activate the Connector, copy your link, and paste it into the client you already use. 4 capabilities arrive ready to run.

Preview access · not provider authentication

The vk_preview_* token belongs to Vinkius preview infrastructure. It lets Claude discover and display the capabilities of Timezone Offset Difference, so you can see the experience inside your AI.

It does not authenticate your account with Timezone Offset Difference. Actions requiring credentials or live account data may not run until you activate the Connector and authorize the service.

Timezone Offset Difference Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_K3wekC6XZeHZEYLlBspYlGs6Q42kBakK7cmCjbbI/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
3Click Add and start a new chat — Timezone Offset Difference capabilities are ready to use.

Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "timezone-offset-difference-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_K3wekC6XZeHZEYLlBspYlGs6Q42kBakK7cmCjbbI/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Claude
ChatGPT
Cursor
VS Code
Windsurf
Claude Code
JetBrains
Cline

Step-by-step instructions for each client are in the guide. How to connect

Guided setup for Claude? How to give Claude access to Timezone Offset Difference

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Who it's for

Built for the work Timezone Offset Difference owners hand off.

This MCP is built for anyone working with global data, scheduling, or temporal logic in their AI workflows.

01
Software Engineers
Hand off time zone math and string formatting to the agent.
02
Data Analysts
Use the agent to normalize time zone data across different datasets.
03
DevOps Engineers
Verify offset formats when managing global server logs or configurations.

FAQ

Questions Timezone Offset Difference owners ask.

01
What format does this MCP use for offsets?
The MCP uses and validates the strict ±HH:mm UTC offset format.
02
Can I use this with Claude or Cursor?
Yes, this MCP works with any MCP-compatible client including Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf.
03
Does it handle signed differences?
Yes, the get_relative_offset_shift capability specifically calculates the signed hour difference.
04
How do I convert minutes to an offset?
You can use the get_offset_from_total_minutes capability to turn minutes into a standard string.
05
Is there a way to check if an offset string is valid?
Yes, the validate_offset_format capability checks if a string follows the required pattern.
06
How do I calculate the shift between two time zones?
You can use the get_relative_offset_shift capability by providing the source and target offsets in the ±HH:mm format.
07
What format should the UTC offset be in?
Offsets must follow the strict ±HH:mm format, such as '+05:30' or '-08:00'. You can use validate_offset_format to check your strings.
08
Can I find the absolute distance between two offsets?
Yes, use the get_absolute_hour_gap capability to get the non-negative number of hours separating two time zones.

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