bulk_set_locale

Before writing to a project for the first time in a session, call assess_integration_state to understand client URL patterns and integration state. Bulk upsert multiple keys for a SINGLE locale in the sandbox. Designed for the new-locale fill workflow: after adding a locale, use this to fill many...

Server Localization localization-mcp-server
Category Write
Risk class Medium
Parameters 54 required

What bulk_set_locale does on Localization

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

ParameterTypeRequiredDescription
dryRun boolean If true, preview what would be written without actually writing
locale string Yes The single locale to write values for (e.g. 'nb-NO'). Must match the project's locale codes exactly.
entries array Yes Array of { key, value, context? } pairs to upsert for the given locale.
namespace string Yes Namespace slug — must already exist
projectSlug string Yes Project slug

Parameters from the server's own tool schema.

Why bulk_set_locale needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies translation entries (upsert operation) for a locale. It is reversible (can be undone by updating or deleting entries), does not execute arbitrary code, and does not delete data permanently. It operates within a sandbox environment on a localization system.

From the tool's definition "Bulk upsert multiple keys for a SINGLE locale" and "only the specified locale is written" indicate reversible creation or modification of translation data.

Questions about bulk_set_locale

What does the bulk_set_locale tool do? +

Before writing to a project for the first time in a session, call assess_integration_state to understand client URL patterns and integration state. Bulk upsert multiple keys for a SINGLE locale in the sandbox. Designed for the new-locale fill workflow: after adding a locale, use this to fill many keys at once for keys that already exist. Only the specified locale is written — all other locales on each key remain untouched. NOTE: Use this tool for keys that already exist in the namespace. For brand-new keys use set_translation (which requires source locale on create). Use list_translations with missingLocale to get the list of keys to fill. For multi-locale bulk import use bulk_import instead. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Localization MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

What parameters does bulk_set_locale accept? +

bulk_set_locale accepts 5 parameters: dryRun, locale, entries, namespace, projectSlug. Required: locale, entries, namespace, projectSlug. The full parameter table on this page comes from the server's own tool schema.

How do I enforce a policy on bulk_set_locale? +

Register the Localization MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for bulk_set_locale: 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 Localization. Nothing to install.

What risk level is bulk_set_locale? +

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

Can I rate-limit bulk_set_locale? +

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

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

bulk_set_locale is provided by the Localization MCP server (localization-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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