How to Use the timeghost MCP in Claude

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Audit your timeghost workspace in Claude Desktop

The `check_timeghost_status` tool verifies your connection to the billing API before you run any heavy reports. Once confirmed, the agent pulls your active environments using `list_timeghost_workspaces` to make sure you are looking at the correct team. You can then query `list_timeghost_members` to see who has access to the workspace. This lets you audit team permissions right from your desktop chat window.

Inspect time logs directly in your workspace

The `list_timeghost_entries` tool retrieves logged hours for any date range so you can spot missing timesheets instantly. If you need to inspect a specific record, `get_timeghost_entry` pulls the exact duration and notes. Claude Desktop displays these logs as formatted text right in your sidebar. You can ask your agent to find gaps in your week and draft the missing entries for you.

Map projects and tasks using this MCP Server

The `list_timeghost_clients` tool exposes your entire client directory to help you map active accounts. From there, the agent uses `list_timeghost_projects` to drill down into active initiatives and assign tasks properly. If you need granular details, use `list_timeghost_tasks` to see what work items exist under a project. You can also target specific items using `get_timeghost_project` or `get_timeghost_task` to pull exact budget limits and descriptions.

Setup guide

Set up timeghost 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 timeghost 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 timeghost 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 timeghost-mcp.

json

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

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Common questions about timeghost MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your local configuration file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Once you save and restart the app, the tools will appear automatically in your chat window.

Yes, you can configure it on any machine running the desktop app by editing your local JSON config. Vinkius keeps the connection endpoint stable across all your devices.

Vinkius manages the authentication handshake securely behind a single endpoint token. You do not need to manage individual Microsoft 365 credentials inside the desktop configuration file.

Yes, because the server connects directly to your account, any action your agent takes updates your workspace. This syncs your logs across Microsoft Teams and Outlook automatically.

Your time entries, project IDs, and workspace details remain strictly within your secure environment. Vinkius handles the API requests through an ephemeral sandbox, meaning no personal logs are stored or used for training.

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