move_reminder_to_list · MCP Apple Reminders MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What move_reminder_to_list does on MCP Apple Reminders

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why move_reminder_to_list needs a policy

Moving a reminder between lists/calendars is a reversible modification of metadata and organization. It does not delete data (would be Destructive), execute external code (Execute), or commit financial actions (Financial). The operation is fully undoable by moving the reminder back, making it a standard Write category action with low severity due to minimal blast radius.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Move a reminder to a different calendar' — a modification operation that reorganizes data without deletion or irreversible change.

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Verdict

move_reminder_to_list Rate-limited

move_reminder_to_list 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": {
    "move_reminder_to_list": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "move_reminder_to_list_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 MCP Apple Reminders, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about move_reminder_to_list

What does the move_reminder_to_list tool do? +

Move a reminder to a different calendar. It is categorised as a Write tool in the MCP Apple Reminders MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on move_reminder_to_list? +

Register the MCP Apple Reminders MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for move_reminder_to_list: 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 MCP Apple Reminders. Nothing to install.

What risk level is move_reminder_to_list? +

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

Can I rate-limit move_reminder_to_list? +

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

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

move_reminder_to_list is provided by the MCP Apple Reminders MCP server (rex/mcp-apple-reminders). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.