delete_application_env · Coolify MCP Tools MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What delete_application_env does on Coolify MCP Tools

AI agents call delete_application_env to permanently remove resources in Coolify MCP Tools — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why delete_application_env needs a policy

This tool performs an irreversible deletion operation on application environment variables. Environment variables often contain critical configuration, API keys, credentials, or secrets. Deletion cannot be undone without manual restoration or backups.

From the tool's definition Tool name: 'delete_application_env' with description 'Delete application environment variable' — the verb 'delete' indicates irreversible removal of configuration data.

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Questions about delete_application_env

What does the delete_application_env tool do? +

Delete application environment variable. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Coolify MCP Tools MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on delete_application_env? +

Register the Coolify MCP Tools MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for delete_application_env: 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 Coolify MCP Tools. Nothing to install.

What risk level is delete_application_env? +

delete_application_env is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit delete_application_env? +

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

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

delete_application_env is provided by the Coolify MCP Tools MCP server (jplansink/coolify-mcp-tools). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.