readwise_import_recent_highlights · Readwise MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What readwise_import_recent_highlights does on Readwise MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why readwise_import_recent_highlights needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data by importing highlights into the Readwise system. While it retrieves data from external sources (read component), the primary action is to persist that data into the user's Readwise database, making it a Write operation. Severity is medium because misuse could result in duplicate or unwanted data imports, but no data is irreversibly deleted and no financial transactions occur.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Import recent highlights' which involves retrieving and storing/creating data entries in the system. The term 'import' indicates data ingestion and persistence, a write operation.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

readwise_import_recent_highlights Rate-limited

readwise_import_recent_highlights 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": {
    "readwise_import_recent_highlights": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "readwise_import_recent_highlights_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 Readwise MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about readwise_import_recent_highlights

What does the readwise_import_recent_highlights tool do? +

Import recent highlights across all sources since last import. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Readwise 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 readwise_import_recent_highlights? +

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

What risk level is readwise_import_recent_highlights? +

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

Can I rate-limit readwise_import_recent_highlights? +

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

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

readwise_import_recent_highlights is provided by the Readwise MCP Server MCP server (ngpestelos/readwise-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.