strings_add_job_keys · Phrase MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What strings_add_job_keys does on Phrase

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why strings_add_job_keys needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies data within a Phrase localization job by adding translation keys—a reversible operation. It does not delete, execute code, or move money. The severity is medium because misuse could disrupt localization workflows or add incorrect keys to production jobs, but the operation is reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'strings_add_job_keys' and description 'Add translation keys to a job' indicate creation/modification of job configuration by adding keys.

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Verdict

strings_add_job_keys Rate-limited

strings_add_job_keys 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": {
    "strings_add_job_keys": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "strings_add_job_keys_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about strings_add_job_keys

What does the strings_add_job_keys tool do? +

Add translation keys to a job in a Phrase Strings project. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Phrase MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on strings_add_job_keys? +

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

What risk level is strings_add_job_keys? +

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

Can I rate-limit strings_add_job_keys? +

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

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

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