smartling_add_string_tags · Smartling MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What smartling_add_string_tags does on Smartling MCP Server

AI agents use smartling_add_string_tags to create or update resources in Smartling MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Smartling MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why smartling_add_string_tags needs a policy

The tool modifies existing translations by adding tags to strings, which is a reversible write operation. The severity is medium because incorrect tagging could affect translation workflows and QA processes, but tags are metadata that can be removed or corrected without data loss. This is less severe than destructive operations but represents a modification to the translation management system.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'add' and description states 'Add tags to specific strings in a file' — this is a create/modify operation that adds metadata to content.

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Verdict

smartling_add_string_tags Rate-limited

smartling_add_string_tags stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "smartling_add_string_tags": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "smartling_add_string_tags_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Smartling MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about smartling_add_string_tags

What does the smartling_add_string_tags tool do? +

Add tags to specific strings in a file. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Smartling MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on smartling_add_string_tags? +

Register the Smartling MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for smartling_add_string_tags: 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 Smartling MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is smartling_add_string_tags? +

smartling_add_string_tags is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit smartling_add_string_tags? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the smartling_add_string_tags 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 smartling_add_string_tags completely? +

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

smartling_add_string_tags is provided by the Smartling MCP Server MCP server (jacobolevy/smartling-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.