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mcp-datetimeA MCP server for datetime formatting and file name generation.

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Reviewed by Daniel Nikulshyn·Updated July 2026

Overview

mcp-datetime is a datetime formatting service implemented as an MCP server for the Claude Desktop Application. It generates datetime strings in various formats, including support for Japanese language and optimized formats for filename generation. The server provides accurate timezone handling and seamless integration with the Claude Desktop App. It has been tested on macOS, but Windows compatibility has not been verified. The service offers multiple format types, including standard, Japanese, and ISO formats, and can be easily configured and installed using Python 3.12 or later and package installers like uv and uvx.

Key features

get_datetime tool for generating datetime strings
Support for standard, Japanese, and ISO formats
Filename generation in various formats
Accurate timezone handling
Seamless integration with Claude Desktop App

Pricing

Model: Free
Category: MCP Servers
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Use cases

Claude Desktop App Integration

Configure mcp-datetime as an MCP server in the Claude Desktop App to generate datetime strings in various formats.

Filename Generation

Use mcp-datetime to generate filenames in specific formats, such as Markdown or text files.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Accurate timezone handling
Support for various datetime formats
Seamless integration with Claude Desktop App
Optimized formats for filename generation
Japanese language support

Cons

Limited to macOS, with unverified Windows compatibility
Debugging can be challenging due to MCP server running over stdio

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Q&A

How do I install the service?

You can install the package using Python 3.12 or later and package installers like uv and uvx, or by installing from PyPI or GitHub Source.

Asked by Rasheed Osman · Sep 3, 2025

Is it compatible with Windows?

The service has been tested on macOS, but Windows compatibility has not been verified.

Asked by Ulla Nielsen · Jul 1, 2025

What formats are supported?

The service offers multiple format types, including standard, Japanese, and ISO formats, and optimized formats for filename generation.

Asked by Priyanka Menon · Jun 20, 2025

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