add_multiple_translations · I18n MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What add_multiple_translations does on I18n

AI agents use add_multiple_translations to create or update resources in I18n — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your I18n environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_multiple_translations needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies translation entries reversibly. While it affects multiple keys at once (higher blast radius than single-entry writes), the changes are not destructive—translations can be updated again or reverted. It does not execute code, delete data permanently, or move funds.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_multiple_translations' and description 'Add or update multiple translation keys in one operation' indicate creation and modification of data in translation files.

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Verdict

add_multiple_translations Rate-limited

add_multiple_translations 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_multiple_translations": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_multiple_translations_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about add_multiple_translations

What does the add_multiple_translations tool do? +

Add or update multiple translation keys in one operation. It is categorised as a Write tool in the I18n 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_multiple_translations? +

Register the I18n MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for add_multiple_translations: 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 I18n. Nothing to install.

What risk level is add_multiple_translations? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_multiple_translations? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the add_multiple_translations 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_multiple_translations completely? +

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

add_multiple_translations is provided by the I18n MCP server (robin-heat/i18n-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.