TaskStartUse TaskStart with Any AI Assistant
TaskStart speaks MCP — the open protocol for AI tools. Connect once and manage your tasks from Claude.ai, ChatGPT, Cursor, Continue, Windsurf, or any MCP-compatible assistant.
How It Works
Authenticate
For Claude.ai / ChatGPT: connect via OAuth — no token needed. For desktop clients: create a cf_ token below.
Paste the config
Copy the ready-made config for your AI client and add it to its settings file or run the CLI command.
Start chatting
Ask your assistant to capture tasks, show your matrix, schedule work, or check what's due today.
API Token
Required for desktop clients (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.). Tokens start with cf_ and are shown once only. Claude.ai and ChatGPT use OAuth instead — no token needed. Manage all tokens in Settings.
Setup Instructions
Select your AI client below. The config is pre-filled with your token once you create one above.
https://clearflow-production.up.railway.app/mcp
Go to claude.ai → Settings → Integrations → Add, paste the URL above, then click Connect. Claude.ai will redirect you to sign in with Google — use the same account as your TaskStart login. No API token required.
Available Tools
TaskStart exposes 11 tools over MCP. Your AI assistant can call them automatically based on your requests — no manual commands needed.
get_instructionsReturns rendering guidelines; call once at session start before any other tool.
brain_dumpQuickly capture 1–20 task ideas into your inbox in one shot.
create_taskCreate a fully-specified task with title, outcome, urgency, and time estimate.
list_tasksList tasks filtered by status; supports list, matrix, and today views.
get_taskFetch full details for a single task including subtasks and schedule.
update_taskUpdate any field on an existing task; only provided fields are changed.
complete_taskMark a task as completed.
organize_taskPlace a task in the Eisenhower matrix by setting urgent and important flags.
schedule_taskSchedule a task for a specific date with an optional time window.
add_subtaskAdd a concrete action step to an existing task.
delete_taskPermanently delete a task. Requires confirm=true to prevent accidents.
FAQ
How long do API tokens last?
Tokens do not expire automatically. Revoke them any time from this page or from Settings → API Tokens. If a token is compromised, revoke it and create a new one.
I don't see the tools icon after updating Claude Desktop config.
Fully quit and relaunch Claude Desktop — a simple window close is not enough. Then look for the 🔧 tools icon in the chat input bar. If it's missing, double-check the JSON in your config file for syntax errors and confirm the token starts with cf_.
Can I connect multiple AI clients at once?
Yes. Create a separate token for each client so you can revoke them independently. All tokens give the same level of access — your full TaskStart account.
Where is the MCP server endpoint?
The MCP endpoint is https://clearflow-production.up.railway.app/mcp. It uses the standard streamable-HTTP transport (MCP spec 2025-11-25). A discovery manifest is also available at https://clearflow-production.up.railway.app/.well-known/mcp.json.
My token was shown but I forgot to copy it — what now?
Tokens cannot be retrieved after creation. Revoke the existing token from the list above and create a new one. This is intentional to keep your account secure.