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convert_time

Convert time between timezones

Part of the Time MCP server. Enforce policies on this tool with Intercept, the open-source MCP proxy.

Other

WHEN AI AGENTS USE THIS TOOL

AI agents call convert_time to perform operations in Time. While the risk category is not fully classified, applying a rate limit gives you visibility into how often the tool is called and prevents unexpected bursts of activity from autonomous agents.

WHY ENFORCE A POLICY ON CONVERT_TIME

Applying a policy to convert_time gives you an audit trail of every call an AI agent makes. Even for low-risk tools, visibility into agent behaviour helps you debug issues, optimise workflows, and maintain compliance with your organisation's security requirements.

RECOMMENDED POLICY

Apply a rate limit to control usage and monitor for unexpected behaviour.

time.yaml 
tools:
  convert_time:
    rules:
      - action: allow
        rate_limit:
          max: 60
          window: 60

See the full Time policy for all 2 tools.

DETAILS

Tool Name

convert_time

Category

Other

MCP Server

Time MCP Server

Risk Level

Low

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does the convert_time tool do?

Convert time between timezones. It is categorised as a Other tool in the Time MCP Server, which means it performs auxiliary operations.

How do I enforce a policy on convert_time?

Add a rule in your Intercept YAML policy under the tools section for convert_time. You can allow, deny, rate-limit, or validate arguments. Then run Intercept as a proxy in front of the Time MCP server.

What risk level is convert_time?

convert_time is a Other tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit convert_time?

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the convert_time rule in your Intercept policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block convert_time completely?

Set action: deny in the Intercept policy for convert_time. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides convert_time?

convert_time is provided by the Time MCP server (). Intercept sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

ENFORCE POLICIES ON TIME

Open source. One binary. Zero dependencies.

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