google_docs_delete · Google Docs MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What google_docs_delete does on Google Docs MCP Server

AI agents call google_docs_delete to permanently remove resources in Google Docs MCP Server — 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 google_docs_delete needs a policy

Deleting a Google Doc is an irreversible action that permanently removes the document. While Google Drive has a trash/recovery mechanism, the intent and effect of this tool is destructive. Misuse by an AI agent could result in loss of important documents with no guaranteed recovery path.

From the tool's definition Tool name: 'google_docs_delete'; description: 'Delete a Google Doc'

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Questions about google_docs_delete

What does the google_docs_delete tool do? +

Delete a Google Doc. It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the Google Docs MCP Server 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 google_docs_delete? +

Register the Google Docs MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for google_docs_delete: 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 Google Docs MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is google_docs_delete? +

google_docs_delete 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 google_docs_delete? +

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

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

google_docs_delete is provided by the Google Docs MCP Server MCP server (meerkats-ai/google-docs-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.