todoist_create_project · Todoist MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What todoist_create_project does on Todoist MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why todoist_create_project needs a policy

Creating a project adds data to a task management system and modifies the user's project structure, but the operation is reversible (projects can be deleted or modified later). This fits the Write category. Severity is medium because misuse could create unwanted projects cluttering the workspace, but the impact is limited in scope and reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'todoist_create_project' indicates creation of a new project entity. Server description states the tool enables 'creation, updates, completion, and organization' of tasks and projects. Project creation is a reversible write operation.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

todoist_create_project Rate-limited

todoist_create_project 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": {
    "todoist_create_project": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "todoist_create_project_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about todoist_create_project

What does the todoist_create_project tool do? +

todoist_create_project. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Todoist 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 todoist_create_project? +

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

What risk level is todoist_create_project? +

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

Can I rate-limit todoist_create_project? +

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

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

todoist_create_project is provided by the Todoist MCP Server MCP server (shockedrope/todoist-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.