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docapi_check_credits

Check remaining API credits and USDC top-up address for agent accounts. Only applicable to agent accounts (registered via docapi_register_agent). Human subscription accounts use monthly plan limits instead. Returns: { credits, usdc_address, rate, suggested_topup_usdc }

Part of the Docapi server.

docapi_check_credits is read-only, but an agent in a loop can still rack up calls and cost. PolicyLayer caps every call before it runs. Live in minutes.

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AI agents call docapi_check_credits to retrieve information from Docapi without modifying any data. This is common in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows where the agent needs context before taking action. Because read operations don't change state, they are generally safe to allow without restrictions -- but you may still want rate limits to control API costs.

Even though docapi_check_credits only reads data, uncontrolled read access can leak sensitive information or rack up API costs. An agent caught in a retry loop could make thousands of calls per minute. A rate limit gives you a safety net without blocking legitimate use.

Read-only tools are safe to allow by default. No rate limit needed unless you want to control costs.

policy.json
{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "docapi_check_credits": {}
  }
}

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These attack patterns abuse exactly the kind of access docapi_check_credits gives an agent. Each links to the full case and the policy that stops it:

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Every attack above starts with a tool call. PolicyLayer checks each one against your policy first, so docapi_check_credits only ever does what you allow.

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Other read tools across the catalogue. The same approach applies to each: allow, with a rate cap to control cost.

What does the docapi_check_credits tool do? +

Check remaining API credits and USDC top-up address for agent accounts. Only applicable to agent accounts (registered via docapi_register_agent). Human subscription accounts use monthly plan limits instead. Returns: { credits, usdc_address, rate, suggested_topup_usdc }. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Docapi MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on docapi_check_credits? +

Register the Docapi MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for docapi_check_credits: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Docapi. Nothing to install.

What risk level is docapi_check_credits? +

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

Can I rate-limit docapi_check_credits? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the docapi_check_credits rule in your PolicyLayer 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 docapi_check_credits completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for docapi_check_credits. 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 docapi_check_credits? +

docapi_check_credits is provided by the Docapi MCP server (docapi/docapi-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

Enforce policy on every Docapi tool call.

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