Simple Time MCP is a server built on the Model Context Protocol. Its purpose is to deliver precise time-related data to AI applications such as Claude AI.
To begin using it, install the package via npm, either globally or from a local repository clone. You must then configure your claude_desktop_config.json file to connect it with the Claude desktop application.
This tool offers several key time-related functions. It can fetch the current time for different time zones, format dates in customizable styles, and calculate differences between two dates. It also allows you to add or subtract time from a given date and handle conversions between various time zones.
Practical uses include checking the current time anywhere in the world, calculating time differences between cities, formatting dates for display, adjusting dates by adding or subtracting time, and converting time zones for event planning.
Frequently asked questions confirm that it supports numerous time zones like Asia/Seoul and America/New_York. The tool is completely free and open-source. If you encounter permission issues, you can resolve them by running chmod +x node_modules/.bin/simple-time-mcp to grant execution rights.