How to Use the Timeero MCP in Claude

Track field hours and GPS mileage directly inside Claude Desktop. Stop switching tabs to manage your team's timesheets.

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Real-time field data access

Get instant visibility into your workforce by pulling live data from your account. Use `list_timeero_users` to see who is on the clock and `check_timeero_status` to ensure your connection is solid. Your AI client interprets this raw data to build reports or troubleshoot scheduling conflicts instantly. It turns complex logs into plain English summaries without you needing to log into the Timeero dashboard.

Automated schedule management

Query your upcoming shifts by calling `list_timeero_schedules` or `get_timeero_schedule` for specific details. This lets you cross-reference field assignments against current progress. You can also pull specific tasks using `get_timeero_task` or check what jobs are currently active with `list_timeero_jobs`. It keeps your planning synced with the reality of the field.

Timesheet verification via MCP

Review past work hours and location data by calling `list_timeero_timesheets` to fetch records. Use `get_timeero_timesheet` when you need to dig into the specifics of a single entry. This MCP Server provides the exact data points your agent needs to audit mileage or verify clock-in locations. It keeps your payroll records accurate and clean.

Setup guide

Set up Timeero MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Timeero MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Timeero MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under timeero-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about Timeero MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your Claude Desktop settings, go to the Developer tab, and edit your config file. Add this MCP Server to the mcpServers list with your specific endpoint credentials and restart the app.

Yes, by passing timesheet data through your agent. You can ask it to compare location logs against your expectations for any specific Timeero entry.

Absolutely. This MCP Server runs as a local subprocess on your machine, giving Claude Desktop direct access to your data without a cloud proxy.

The server will return an error during the request. Once your connection restores, just ask your agent to retry the command.

Your API keys and sensitive timesheet records stay local to your machine. No data is sent to third-party servers outside of your authorized requests.

Use it with your favorite AI tools

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