add_behavior · Google Workspace MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What add_behavior does on Google Workspace MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_behavior needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies records in a personal memory system by storing user behavioral data. It is reversible (data can be updated or removed), has no external side effects, and does not execute code or delete data. It falls clearly into the Write category.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_behavior' and description 'Store how the user does things' indicate data creation/modification. The description explicitly states storing information (behavioral patterns), which is a Write operation.

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Verdict

add_behavior Rate-limited

add_behavior 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": {
    "add_behavior": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_behavior_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Instant setup, no code required.

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

FAQ

Questions about add_behavior

What does the add_behavior tool do? +

Store how the user does things - work habits, patterns, approaches. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Google Workspace 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 add_behavior? +

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

What risk level is add_behavior? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_behavior? +

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

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

add_behavior is provided by the Google Workspace MCP Server MCP server (pbulbule13/google-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.